Justice Janet McMurtry sequestered a 12-person jury to determine a verdict against Regina-based chiropractor Ruben Manz.
Manz faces a total of seven counts of sexual assault. He was first arrested in April of 2021 after two former clients came forward, alleging they were subjected to “inappropriate and unwanted actions” during their treatments.
The alleged incidents occurred over the span of a decade. The other clients came forward after his arrest.
Justice McMurtry thanked jury members multiple times for their time and attention through a lengthy trial.
“It was clear how attentive you all have been to evidence that requires you to be engaged,” the judge said.
During her charge, Justice McMurtry reviewed the extensive list of testimony evidence with the jury.
“Your decision based on the evidence as it was presented to you in the courtroom,” McMurtry said. “And only on that evidence.”
The judge also reminded the jury of …