The Quebec provincial police have charged David Guertin, 41, with second-degree murder and arson related to the killing of his ex-partner, Véronic Champagne, 40. The incident occurred last month in Rougemont, Quebec, where Champagne was found critically injured inside her apartment, which had been set ablaze. She later succumbed to her injuries in the hospital.

Initial investigations faced delays as Guertin, who also sustained serious injuries during the incident, was unable to be interrogated. Reports state that Guertin will make his first court appearance in St-Hyacinthe, Quebec, on Wednesday. This case highlights issues of domestic violence and the complexities involved in prosecuting cases where both parties are injured.

The circumstances surrounding the incident raise questions about the nature of the relationship between Guertin and Champagne, as well as the enforcement of laws pertaining to domestic violence in Quebec. With the legal proceedings now in motion, the case is likely to draw attention from advocacy groups focusing on domestic abuse and violence against women, underlining the importance of pursuing justice in such sensitive matters.