Steven Michael Bacon set for transfer to Nanaimo ahead of Chang inquiry
NANAIMO — Arrangements are in place to transfer the man accused of murdering a Nanaimo teen to the Harbour City for a preliminary inquiry.
Steven Michael Bacon is charged with first degree murder in relation to the disappearance of 16-year-old Makayla Chang in March 2017.
During a procedural hearing in Nanaimo on Tuesday, Oct. 19, a Supreme Court order was issued to force Bacon to appear for the inquiry in person.
Bacon will be escorted to Nanaimo in the coming days and attend B.C. Supreme Court, beginning Monday, Nov. 1.