A man convicted of first-degree murder 20 years ago is back in an Edmonton courtroom this week, seeking an early release from prison.

Since 2005, George William Allen has been behind bars for killing and burying his friend and business associate, Garry McGrath.

But now he’s hoping to show the court and the jury he’s ready to integrate back into society. Allen faced a jury of 14 peers on Monday, letting them know how deeply sorry he is.

The now 73-year-old believes he should be able to apply for parole earlier than what his sentence allows.

McGrath went missing in February 2004. His body was found 20 months later east of Edmonton, buried on Allen’s acreage.

Allen admitted to killing McGrath but said it was in self-defence during a disagreement about storing firewood.

According to All

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