Robert Rus, 61, pleaded guilty to killing his wife Brenda Rus in a Barrhaven femicide in April 2025

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An Ottawa man has been sentenced to life in prison after he pleaded guilty to second degree murder in court on Tuesday. Article content

Robert Rus, 61, was charged with first degree murder in relation to the death of his wife of 30 years, Brenda Rus, in April. Article content Article content

According to an agreed statement of facts, Brenda and Robert were inside their home in Bentbrook Crescent in Barrhaven on April 5 when an argument ensued.

While arguing with Robert, Brenda grabbed a beer and went to put it in the fridge. Robert then grabbed a paring knife from the kitchen drawer with the intent to stop Brenda while she stood in front of the fridge. Brenda then wa

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