British Police Investigating Deaths Connected to Canadian

Friday, 25 August 2023 13:25

By Linda Morgan

Ontario man accused of selling lethal substances to people at risk of suicide

British police have linked 88 deaths to an Ontario man accused of selling lethal substances for the purpose of suicide.

The National Crime Agency says the course of two years, 232 U.K. residents bought products from websites linked to Kenneth Law.

The substance sold is commonly used to cure meats

In May, Peel Regional Police arrested him.

He was charged with two counts of counseling and aiding suicide, and is awaiting trial in custody.

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