REAL SCOOP: Hells Angels and associates lose trial delay application

I earlier reported on the bid by Hells Angels David Giles, Bryan Oldham and their associates Shawn Womacks and James Howard to have their convictions related to a cocaine conspiracy stayed due to trial delays.

My colleague Keith Fraser reported on the ruling Thursday by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Carol Ross. She dismissed the application.

Here’s his story:

I was out in Abbotsford at a parole board hearing for convicted killer and new mother Kelly Ellard, so wasn’t able to be at the Giles and friends’ case.

I do hope to cover their sentencing hearings when they get underway later this month. Howard’s hearing starts Jan. 24.  Giles is scheduled for March 2 and 3. Oldham’s is set for March 9 and Womacks’ sentencing will take place March 20.