One of two Red Deer youths charged in Rylin Brinston assault pleads guilty
A 14-year-old girl admitted to assault causing bodily harm in the May attack on Red Deer teen Rylin Brinston, with sentencing set for December.
Why it matters
The case sparked significant community response in Red Deer over youth violence and bullying.
One of two 14-year-old girls accused of assaulting Red Deer teen Rylin Brinston pleaded guilty Thursday to assault causing bodily harm at Red Deer Court of Justice. Her sentencing has been scheduled for Dec. 10 in Red Deer.
The co-accused did not attend court and did not enter a plea. Her lawyer said a resolution is expected at her next court appearance on Sept. 29. Under Alberta's Youth Criminal Justice Act, neither girl can be named.
The assault occurred May 11, 2026, in a field near the Collicutt Centre and Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer's Lancaster Meadows area. Police arrested the two Red Deer youths two days later. One was initially charged with assault causing bodily harm and assault by choking, while the other faced a charge of assault causing bodily harm.
The case drew significant community attention, including a large rally in support of Brinston and a related anti-bullying gathering held in Red Deer following the incident.
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