Based on coverage from CBC, Winnipeg Free Press, Orillia Matters, and Owen Sound Sun Times.
Scottish Trio Extradited to Canada for Trial
Three Scottish men accused of involvement in the death of an Ontario restaurant owner have been extradited to Canada. The trio, Robert Evans Jr., 24, his father Robert Busby Evans Sr., 47, and uncle Barry Evans, 54, arrived in Canada on Thursday. They are set to appear in court in Owen Sound on Friday to face charges related to the 2023 incident.
Fatal Altercation Over Unpaid Bill
The charges stem from an altercation on August 17, 2023, outside The Curry House in Owen Sound, about 190 kilometres northwest of Toronto. Sharif Rahman, the 44-year-old owner, confronted customers attempting to leave without paying their bill. During the confrontation, police allege that Evans Jr. delivered a fatal punch to Rahman, who succumbed to his injuries a week later in a London, Ontario hospital.
Charges and Allegations
Evans Jr. faces a manslaughter charge, while his father and uncle are charged with being accessories after the fact. Barry Evans is accused of instructing Evans Jr. to flee and driving him to Collingwood, an hour away. Robert Evans Sr., who was not present at the restaurant, allegedly facilitated his son's escape by purchasing an airline ticket and arranging transport to Toronto's Pearson International Airport.
International Manhunt and Extradition
Following the incident, the suspects fled to the United Kingdom. Evans Jr. left for Heathrow Airport on August 18, 2023, while Barry Evans and another family member flew to Glasgow the same evening. Robert Evans Sr. departed for Manchester a few days later. The trio was eventually apprehended in Scotland, with Evans Jr. and Sr. arrested in Edinburgh in July 2024, and Barry Evans in Dalkeith in October 2024. After initially contesting extradition, they consented to return to Canada in October 2025.
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Community Impact and Investigation
Rahman's death deeply affected the Owen Sound community, where he was known for his business acumen and social contributions. He is survived by his wife and young daughter. The investigation involved multiple agencies, including the Owen Sound Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, and international partners such as Police Scotland and INTERPOL. The police have expressed gratitude to the community for their support and assistance in the investigation.
Background of the Accused
Court documents reveal that Evans Jr. and Sr. entered Canada in June 2023 under false identities, operating a cash-only business called Total Paving. The family is identified as part of the U.K.'s "traveller" community, which has been linked to driveway repair scams worldwide. This background adds another layer of complexity to the case, highlighting the international scope of the investigation.
The trial in Owen Sound will be closely watched, as it seeks to bring closure to a case that has resonated deeply within the local community and beyond.
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This story was built from multiple outlets. All sources confirmed the extradition and charges of three men accused in the death of an Ontario restaurant owner, but they emphasized different aspects of the incident and legal proceedings:
- CBC focused on the impact of the investigation on the victim's family and community, and expressed gratitude for public assistance in the investigation.
- Winnipeg Free Press provided a timeline of the suspects' arrest and extradition process, noting that they fled the country and were arrested in Scotland in late 2024.
- Orillia Matters highlighted the suspects' agreement to extradition and detailed the timeline of the assault and subsequent death of the victim.
- Owen Sound Sun Times included specifics about the arrest locations and dates in Scotland, offering a detailed account of the international coordination involved in apprehending the suspects.
