Accused RCMP Leaker Acted on ‘Clear and Grave Threat,’ Defence Lawyer Says

Accused RCMP Leaker Acted on ‘Clear and Grave Threat,’ Defence Lawyer Says
Cameron Jay Ortis, a former RCMP intelligence official, arrives for his trial at the courthouse in Ottawa, on Nov. 16, 2023. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang
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A lawyer for a former RCMP intelligence official charged with leaking secrets told a jury on Nov. 16 that his client did not betray Canada, but acted on a “clear and grave threat.”

During closing arguments in Ontario Superior Court, Jon Doody said Cameron Jay Ortis, who led the force’s Operations Research group, was a dedicated member concerned with protecting Canadians.