Quebec Murderer Seeks Transfer to Women’s Prison Amid Ongoing Review
A convicted Quebec murderer is currently in a men’s prison as officials review his request for a transfer to a women’s facility
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Murder, Prison, Gender Identity
MONTREAL: A Quebec man, Mohamad Al Ballouz, was convicted of a horrific crime. He murdered his partner and their two young sons in 2022. Now, he’s in a men’s federal prison while he waits for a decision on his request to move to a women’s facility.
Al Ballouz, who now goes by Levana, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for 25 years. The murders took place in Brossard, a suburb of Montreal, and they shocked the community.
Correctional Service Canada is looking into his request. They usually take about 60 to 90 days to assess such cases. They consider each request carefully, weighing the needs and safety of the offender.
The agency has a policy to place inmates in facilities that match their gender identity. However, they also have to think about safety concerns. If they deny a request, they try to find other ways to meet the inmate’s needs.
This situation has raised a lot of questions about how the system handles gender identity in prisons. It’s a complex issue that many are watching closely.