A councillor from Clarington, Ontario, is currently facing criminal charges regarding alleged threats made against a former mayoral candidate. Councillor Corinna Traill was charged with two counts of uttering threats following an investigation by Peterborough police.
Details of the Case
Traill was arrested after accusations surfaced that she left a threatening voicemail for Tom Dingwall, a retired police officer and former mayoral candidate. In the voicemail, it is claimed that she warned Dingwall to withdraw from the upcoming mayoral race. This warning allegedly implied dangerous consequences if he did not comply.
- Accusation: Traill warned Dingwall to exit the mayoral race.
- Date of Voicemail: Allegedly made in August 2023.
- Charges: Two counts of making threats.
- Next Court Appearance: January 2024.
Reactions from Involved Parties
In September, Dumgall publicly shared the details of the voicemail, expressing his concerns about the intimidation tactics employed by elected officials. He remarked that no official should resort to threats to discourage public service.
Corinna Traill has consistently denied the allegations. She stated that while parts of the voicemail included her voice, other segments were generated by artificial intelligence technology. Traill assured the public that she intends to cooperate fully with the investigation.
Official Statements
Following the arrest, Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster addressed the situation, emphasizing the community’s focus on serving residents. He reiterated the importance of allowing the justice system to address the allegations properly and indicated that further comments would be withheld as the case progresses.
As this situation unfolds, both residents and local officials remain attentive, awaiting clarification and resolution regarding the charges against Councillor Traill.
