William John Oliver originally faced aggravated assault charge before it was upgradedPublished Jul 16, 20251 minute readScales of justice. Photo by 123RF StockArticle contentA St. John’s man who had been scheduled for a five-day trial in the fall for reportedly attempting to kill a woman two years ago is now expected to plead guilty.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 contentWilliam John Oliver, 37, was charged in December 2023 with aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and breaching a probation order after Royal Newfoundland Constabulary officers responded to a report of an assault at a Rickett’s Road residence in downtown St. John’s.Article contentArticle contentArticle contentThey found a woman inside with serious stab wounds. She was taken to hospital, where she remained for several days.Article contentSix months later, the RNC upgraded Oliver’s aggravated assault charge to attempted murder, saying investigators had uncovered information to support the more serious offence.Article contentOliver also has unrelated charges of theft under $5,000, mischief by damaging property, and two other court order breaches.Article contentWhen Oliver’s case was called Tuesday morning, July 15, the court heard that the Crown and defence lawyers are working on a resolution to the charges, including an agreed statement of facts.Article contentThe case will return to court Oct. 28 for an update.Article content
Man expected to plead guilty in St. John’s attempted murder case
