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(Updated) An Oakville man has been charged with his mother’s murder.
Judy Wilson, 62, was found dead in her home last night. Ryan Porte, 39, appeared in court today for a bail hearing on charges of second degree murder.
Porte walked in and appeared to mouth “I’m sorry” to a woman supporting him in the courtroom.
Porte will remain in custody and has been ordered not to communicate with a list of four people He will make another appearance in court on Friday.
Halton Police say they received a call from Porte around 8:30 last night. he reported a family dispute and said his mother was dead inside her home on Sheldon Ave. Police and paramedics tried to revive Wilson, but it was too late.
Her son Ryan remained in the home and was arrested last night. Neighbours told me that Judy and her son had issues in the past, but the community is in shock after what happened.
We are learning more about Judy today. The town of Oakville has confirmed that she used to be an employee and retired.
Judy was a widow with two sons: one in Australia, the other now behind bars.
Chantel Corner of Halton Police told CHCH News this morning Ryan lived in the home with his mother, and confirmed there was a family dispute.
Halton Police say they won’t be releasing the cause of death at this point.
CHCH’s Melissa Raftis will have the very latest on the Evening News at 6.
