cape breton court-3_299228332.jpegArticle contentA Cape Breton man accused in connection with a shooting that left two men injured has been released from custody after allegedly violating court-ordered conditions.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentMichael Andrew Boutilier, 36, of Sydney Mines, was charged on Oct. 18 with failing to comply with previous release conditions to keep the peace and be of good behaviour and stay 1,000 feet away from a specific residence or person. He was also charged with obstruction for allegedly giving police a false name.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentHe was released after posting a $2,000 cash bail and a promise to pay an additional $3,000 if he violates the release conditions.Article contentBoutilier and Luke Andrew Groves, 40, of Sydney Mines, were each charged with aggravated assault, assault with a firearm, discharging a firearm with intent to wound, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose after Cape Breton Regional Police were called to Cook Street in Sydney Mines on June 25 around 11:30 p.m. to investigate a report of two men being shot in their vehicle.Article contentThe victims, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries to their legs, identified two suspects and a vehicle, which officers located on Ocean Street where it was on fire.Article contentPolice then tracked Boutilier and Groves to a trailer at a nearby residence on Ocean Street, where they were arrested.Article contentBoutilier is now expected to appear in Sydney provincial court on Dec. 10 for election and plea on the charges.Article contentMeanwhile, Groves, who remains on remand at the Cape Breton Correctional Facility, is scheduled to appear in Sydney provincial court on Nov. 27 for a show cause hearing.Article content
Cape Breton man charged with Sydney Mines shooting released from custody
