The provincial government says it’s still short 18 sheriff’s officers across the province, despite filling eight vacancies since April 1st.
Late last year, a number of courts were abruptly closed due to staffing shortages.
The issue also forced a temporary delay in the high-profile Dean Penney murder trial in Corner Brook. It halted one of the biggest first-degree murder trials, with Dean Penny unable to continue his trial in Corner Brook in the disappearance of Jennifer Hillier Penney.
There are a total 100 Sheriff’s Officer positions in the province, 82 of which are currently are filled.
