In a big city like Toronto, police are used to handling just about
any situation, from murder and sexual assault, to arson and fraud. But
it's not often they lay charges of bigamy.
They did on Thursday, however, arresting 71-year-old Oliver John Killeen and charging him with the rare crime.
Police allege that Killeen married a number of women in Ontario and other parts of the world including England and Ireland, but never divorced any of the others.
It's not immediately clear if the other
wives he's accused of marrying know about each other's existence. But
at least one did - she apparently came forward on Thursday, leading to
the single charge of bigamy.
Killeen has been in trouble before. He served three years in a British jail for the same offence back in 2004, before being deported to Canada. He's known to have at least nine children.
The suspect has been released on strict conditions, but police won't confirm whether one of them is keeping away from women.
Cops believe there may be more victims and anyone with information is asked to contact police at (416) 808-5300, Crime Stoppers anonymously at (416) 222-TIPS (8477), online or text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637).
Killeen will appear in court on March 24th.
From Toronto CityNews.com. For more information, see the article from CTV.
Here is an update: It looks like Oliver Killeen's lawyer, John Scarfe in Toronto, is going to strike a deal so that this career criminal will serve a whopping 90 days (yes, days) in jail! The plea hearing is September 21 at the University Avenue courthouse. If you're in the area go and watch the farce that IS our Canadian criminal justice system. If ever a man deserved the full 5 year sentence in Canada for bigamy it is definitely Oliver Killeen.
Posted by: Julia Lafleur | 08/29/2011 at 04:21 PM
I'm watching the episode of The Devil You Know now on OWN. I so admire your determination and relentless pursuit of this man and I completely understand your intense passion to protect future victims.
I happen to know two siblings that are in the early stages of showing a similar pattern. The sister is currently married to one husband not having divorced her second husband. So her second and third husbands are married to her simultaneously. I would love to bring this to light to authorities but don't imagine they would give it much time / attention / resources. I was married to her brother who, I have to say, sounds precisely like Oliver Killeen and even has the same dead look behind his eyes.
I was almost financially ruined by him but I got out while he was still maintaining the charm persona. The controlling abuser did not emerge until I left. I know for certain now that I was not his first victim and I am certain I will not be his last.
We have a signed separation agreement but cannot be legally divorced until October 2011.
What can / should I do to warn people without getting sued for defamation?
And I'd love to know. Did that court date ever happen? Will he get justice? Or will his justice be served by a power higher than I?
Feeling foolish but standing in solidarity with you and your mom!
Posted by: Teri | 03/29/2011 at 01:09 AM
Oliver Killeen's trial date was set on December 15, 2010. As soon as I have the date I will post it here. We need to gain as much suppost as possible for the maximum sentence for his crime of bigamy which is 5 years here in Canada. Please show your suppost by saying YES to 5 years for Oliver Killeen! This should become viral and he needs to be made an example of here in Canada!
Posted by: Julia Lafleur | 12/16/2010 at 07:01 PM
The same company who produced Very Bad Men has done it again. The series is called The Devil You Know. It has been airing on the channel known as VIVA in Canada. The episode on Friday October 22, 2010 at 8pm is about Oliver Killeen. Since he still lives in Canada and his next court date is not until November 17. It is important to get the information out there. This man needs to be brought down, I have spearheaded this campaign almost alone and I will never stop until he does time in jail in Canada for his crime of bigamy. What can I say...once I get my sharp teeth into something I don't let go until it stops wiggling!
Posted by: Julia Lafleur | 10/19/2010 at 01:37 PM
Oliver's next court date is November 17. It will be a preliminary hearing to assess whether they have enough evidence to go to trial. This should be interesting since one other woman came forward and the TO Police did NOT call her back even after she left several messages. Shame on the criminal justice system in this country!
Posted by: Julia | 03/24/2010 at 02:00 PM
This dirtbag's son, also named Oliver, is a scumbag who preys on vulnerable women as well. He cheats on his wife and flirts with anything that moves. He preys on women with low self-esteem who are dumb enough to fall for his so-called "charm" and allow him to cheat on his wife.
Like father, like son.
Posted by: Sue | 11/13/2009 at 11:37 PM
Today is the day! Oliver finally will have his day in court! Knowing our justice system he'll probably get a slap on the wrist and a free bottle of ensure!
Posted by: Julia | 03/24/2009 at 08:41 AM
It took time but the Toronto police finally came through. This man should be put away for the safety of women everywhere.
Posted by: Julia Lafleur | 02/17/2009 at 01:16 PM
Unbelievable. Thank GOODNESS the police in Canada FINALLY LISTENED!
Posted by: Fighter | 02/15/2009 at 01:59 PM