WINNIPEG — Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. Scott Farlinger is here for the Attorney General of Canada. The women are asking for a trial by jury and are seeking yet-to-be-determined damages. The release noted that none of the charges has been proven in court . The 79-year-old Nygard awaited an appearance in a Winnipeg courtroom after his Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, arrest in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada by Canadian authorities at the request of the United States. Manitoba RCMP confirmed Nygard was arrested on Monday. The lawsuit alleges the women, who are not named, were brought to Nygard's offices and properties with promises of modelling or other career opportunities. First published on December 15, 2020 / … WINNIPEG — Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. The 79-year-old Nygard was taken into custody on Monday under the Canada’s Extradition Act, at the request of the United States. The 79-year-old Nygard awaited an appearance in a Winnipeg courtroom after his Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 arrest in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada by Canadian authorities at the request of the United States. (CBC). (THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP, Invision - Annie I. Its website says its retail division has more than 170 stores in North America. — High-flying fashion impresario Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. Court records show Nygard, who is 79, was arrested under the Extradition Act and is to appear in a Winnipeg courtroom this afternoon. Court documents reveal what we know so far, Ontario logs more than 2,200 new COVID-19 cases for first time in pandemic, Man who hurled trailer hitch at Indigenous woman in Thunder Bay found guilty of manslaughter, Manitobans receiving free bags of chips on their doorsteps, 'The noise is incredible': St. Andrews group calls for immediate closure of controversial drag racing track. His hands and feet and hands were shackled. The sons say Nygard arranged for a woman to have sex with them. A class-action lawsuit alleges Winnipeg fashion mogul Peter Nygard lured women, many under the age of 18, to his Bahamian estate so he could assault, rape and sodomize them — … The charges filed in … It accuses Nygard of rape, sexual assault and human trafficking and alleges that he used violence, intimidation, bribery and company employees to lure victims and avoid accountability. after the FBI and police raided his home in Los Angeles and his company’s headqarters his New York in February. WINNIPEG -- Winnipeg fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested by Winnipeg police under Section 13 of the Extradition Act, and has been indicted by authorities in the United States. Winnipeg-raised fashion mogul Peter Nygard found himself locked out of his luxury home in the Bahamas on Friday. transportation for purpose of prostitution and illegal sexual activity. Pilot shares aerial footage of a massive landslide in B.C. Late Tuesday morning, the Southern District of New York unsealed an indictment against Nygard, which includes nine counts. The request for the publication ban was denied. “On behalf of the dozens of survivors of decades-long abuse, we are encouraged that a small measure of justice for Peter Nygard is finally developing,” Gutzler said. With files from CBC News (Timothy Sawa, Caroline Barghout), The Canadian Press (Kelly Geraldine Malone), All rights reserved @ Radio Canada International 2018. was taken into custody on Monday under the Canada’s Extradition Act, at the request of the United States. Canada locks in thousands more early COVID-19 vaccine doses, Karla Homolka, after moving again near Montreal, can't expect privacy: Quebec Press Council, Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon acquitted of rape and indecent assault, Working from home this year? You may be eligible for a new tax deduction, It's been 3 years since Barry and Honey Sherman were found dead. Nygard stepped down as chairman of his company. He is requesting a publication ban on the evidence presented in court. Peter Nygard lived in the Bahamas at Nygard Cay for 40 years before returning to Canada in 2019. Nygard has been under investigation for allegations of sexual assault in Winnipeg, the United States and the Bahamas. 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Last Updated: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 17:10. That lawsuit alleges Nygard's sexual predation is an "open secret" at Nygard's companies. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods). News Today || Canada News | WINNIPEG—Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg.Court records show Nygard was arrested under the The 79-year-old mogul is currently being held at … The 79-year-old mogul is currently being held at the city’s Remand Centre, CBC News is reporting. His next court appearance is scheduled for Jan. 13, 2021. Nygard has said through his lawyer that he was shocked by the allegations and categorically denied them. Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested and is in police custody in Winnipeg. WINNIPEG -- Just hours after FBI and New York City police raided Nygard headquarters in Times Square, Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard announced he will be stepping down from his company. @CTVNews. WINNIPEG—Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg.. Court records show Nygard was arrested under the Extradition Act and is to appear in a Winnipeg courtroom this afternoon. The 79-year-old Nygard awaited an appearance in a Winnipeg courtroom after his Monday, Dec. 14, 2020 arrest in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada by … Nygard appeared in the Manitoba Court of Queen'c Bench Tuesday afternoon, where his lawyer, Jay Prober, argued for a publication ban. ... Ryan Thorpe/Winnipeg … McGill leads trials of drug to treat COVID-19. investigation for allegations of sexual assault in various locations, including Winnipeg. Court records show Nygard was arrested under the Extradition Act and is to … The charges listed in the indictment include: None of the allegations against Nygard have been tested or proven in court. Nygard has consistently denied the allegations, blaming them on a conspiracy caused by a feud with his hedge fund billionaire neighbour in the Bahamas, Nygard of rape, sexual assault and human trafficking and. His lavish Caribbean estate, Nygard Cay, … A Nygard store in Winnipeg is shown on February 26 after ten women filed a lawsuit accusing Peter Nygard of enticing young and impoverished women to his estate in the Bahamas. Greg Gutzler, a lawyer representing the alleged victims in the class-action lawsuit, released a statement Tuesday morning. The women allege the defendants conspired to provide Nygard “with a steady pool of victims.”. Fifty-seven […] Court records show Nygard was arrested under the Extradition Act and is to appear in a Winnipeg courtroom this afternoon. (Annie I. Bang/The Associated Press), By Terry Haig | WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested and is currently in police custody in Winnipeg. Nygard has been the target of a slew of lawsuits. Two women allege they were as young as 14. He has been under investigation for sex assault in Canada, the U.S. and the Bahamas. He Has 7 Children From 4 Different Women. a class-action lawsuit in the United States as he came under. Supervising News Producer - Digital. Nygard stepped down from his company in February after the FBI and New York City police raided his headquarters in New York. two counts of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion; transportation of a minor for purpose of prostitution; two counts of transportation for purpose of prostitution; and. Fifty-seven women–including 18 Canadians–are participants in the lawsuit. Nygard, 79, has been accused by 57 women in a class-action lawsuit of rape, sexual assault, and human trafficking. Early this year, U.S. federal authorities raided Nygard’s Manhattan headquarters amid claims that he trafficked and sexually assaulted dozens of teenage girls and women. Peter Nygard has just entered the courtroom. High-flying fashion impresario Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. Fashion Mogul Peter Nygard, Accused of Being a Serial Rapist, Arrested in Winnipeg The namesake of a global fashion brand is being sued for … Peter Nygard’s house manager, Richette Ross, claims she was drugged and raped by the designer on the island. english@rcinet.caPosted: Tuesday, December 15, 2020 14:00 Four Nygard properties in Winnipeg and Toronto have been on the market since April, including this one on Notre Dame Avenue. Some allege they were given alcohol spiked with drugs before they were sexually assaulted. The lawsuit–filed in New York in February–also named a number of upper-level Nygard company executives, officers and directors. -With files from The Canadian Press, and CTV’s Danton Unger, Jill Macyshon, and Stephanie Tsicos. “We are relieved that some measure of accountability is hopefully forthcoming, but we would be remiss if we did not state that this is something that should have been done decades ago. The 79-year-old mogul is currently being held at the city’s Remand Centre, CBC News is reporting. We also hope that his accomplices and co-conspirators are brought to justice for their web of lies and abuse.”. Nygard has been the target of a slew of lawsuits. Dr. Marla: Can you get the vaccine if you've had COVID-19? Sources have confirmed he was arrested Monday night and is currently being held at the Winnipeg Remand Centre. Also today, the CBC’s Caroline Barghout reported that two women who allege Nygard raped them when they were teenagers have sued Nygard’s so-called “top girlfriend” and “recruiter,” Suelyn Medeiros, and the talent agent and agency representing her. Peter Nygard arrives at the 24th Night of 100 Stars Oscars Viewing Gala at The Beverly Hills Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif., on March 2, 2014. Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard was due in court Tuesday after being arrested in Winnipeg. The 79-year-old mogul is currently being held at … Nygard has consistently denied the allegations, blaming them on a conspiracy caused by a feud with his hedge fund billionaire neighbour in the Bahamas, Louis M. Bacon. WINNIPEG — Canadian fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been arrested in Winnipeg. His long hair in a bun and dressed in a grey sweathshirt and grey track pants, Nygard appeared in court today in Winnipeg. The 79-year-old Nygard was arrested under the Extradition Act and was due in court on Tuesday afternoon. Banners are seen in February outside the the Nygard headquarters in Winnipeg. Federal prosecutors unsealed sex trafficking charges Tuesday against Canadian fashion magnate Peter Nygard, allegedly linking him to a long-running scheme involving at least a … Through a representative, Nygard has denied the claims in both lawsuits. Nygard remains in custody, as lawyers prepare a bail application. Fashion mogul Peter Nygard has been charged with racketeering, sex trafficking and other crimes, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York said. A news release from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York said Nygard had been indicted on nine charges, including racketeering and sex trafficking for crimes that took place over 25 years and involved dozens of victims–including some who were underage–in the U.S., Canada and the Bahamas. 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