Evidence hearings start for former Moncton executive facing fraud charges
Evidence hearings have started for Daniel Bard, a former executive of a Moncton economic development agency, who faces 19 charges including fraud and money laundering. His trial is set to begin on April 22. The hearings focus on whether certain evidence, including audio recordings made by business owners, can be used in the trial. Bard was accused of failing to deliver on promises after receiving significant payments from businesses. Testimony revealed that the recordings were made in 2019 due to suspicions of unethical behavior. The judge will decide on the admissibility of the recordings and the inclusion of an expert witness in the case.