Jian Ghomeshi Won’t Face Second Sexual Assault Trial

Former CBC host Jian Ghomeshi will not stand trial for sexual assault in June, but will instead sign a peace bond in relation to the complaint, according to a source.

Ghomeshi, 48, was facing one count of sexual assault relating to a 2008 incident involving a former CBC colleague. A five-day trial was slated for next month. But according to reports, the charge will be withdrawn in court Wednesday.

Ghomeshi is expected to speak in court and sign a peace bond—a court order that will require him to abide by certain good behavior conditions for a year or face criminal charges. It is not an admission of guilt.

Following his February trial, Ghomeshi was acquitted of four counts of sexual assault and one count of overcome resistance by choking brought forward by three other complainants.

More than 20 women have come forward alleging Ghomeshi was abusive to them, though few pressed criminal charges.

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