Cardinal George Pell’s court case delayed due to Magistrate’s sudden death

The unexpected death of Magistrate Stephen Myall will see many delays in Victoria’s courts, including the case against Cardinal George Pell.

The Herald Sun reports Victoria’s Chief Magistrate, Peter Lauritsen confirmed the unexpected death of Mr Myall today.

Mr Myall’s death will see a number of matters before the court temporarily stood down to allow magistrates to mourn their colleague.