Newly released police interrogation footage reveals former judge Jacques Delisle vehemently denying any involvement in the death of his wife, Nicole Rainville. The footage, not publicly available until now, dates back to 2010, shortly after Delisle’s arrest.
Jacques Delisle’s Denial of Murder Charges
During the one-and-a-half-hour interrogation, Delisle repeatedly asserts, “I did not kill Nicole and I have nothing to do with it!” His frustration is palpable on video as he engages with the investigator, Dave Dufour.
Fifteen years after Delisle’s arrest for the alleged murder of Rainville, it is significant that this video has surfaced. Dufour, the investigator, initially anticipated a more muted response from Delisle but was taken aback by his willingness to engage.
Background on Nicole Rainville’s Death
- Date of Incident: November 12, 2009
- Age of Nicole Rainville: 71 years
- Location: Condominiums in Sillery, Quebec
- Circumstance: Rainville was found with a gunshot wound to the head.
Delisle contended that Rainville took her own life while he was out. However, investigators doubted his claim due to the peculiar forensic evidence, including a smudge of gunpowder on her palm.
The Legal Journey of Jacques Delisle
Jacques Delisle’s legal odyssey stretched over several years, marked by numerous developments:
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 15, 2010 | Delisle arrested and charged with premeditated murder. |
| June 14, 2012 | Found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to life imprisonment. |
| March 20, 2015 | Delisle acknowledges his role in Rainville’s death, claiming an error led to wrongful conviction. |
| April 7, 2021 | A new trial is ordered due to potential judicial errors. |
| March 14, 2024 | Delisle pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter, resulting in a single day added to his prior sentence. |
The saga of Jacques Delisle continues to hold public interest, with the recently updated book “Le dernier procès, l’affaire Jacques Delisle” launched alongside a new documentary series titled “L’affaire du juge Delisle.” Delisle’s narrative reflects the complexities of justice and personal tragedy in Quebec’s legal landscape.
Jacques Delisle passed away in August 2024, at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy intertwined with controversy and a substantial impact on the Quebec judicial system.
