Refugee’s Second Chance Amid Controversy | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 5, 2026 · 2m

A refugee convicted of trafficking, sexual assault, and fraud is getting a second shot at justice after an Alberta judge ruled his original guilty pleas were flawed — he wasn’t properly warned they’d lead to deportation to Somalia, a country that may refuse to accept him due to his mental illness and could even target him as a spy. Born in Saudi Arabia, raised in Canada after fleeing race-based violence in Somalia, Sharif now faces potential death if sent back — and the court says forcing his return would be unduly punitive and dangerous. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…