More information released about Allan Schoenborn’s conditional discharge

More details have emerged regarding the B.C. Review Board's decision to grant a conditional discharge to Allan Schoenborn, who was found not criminally responsible for the 2008 murders of his three children in Merritt.

The review board stated in a June 1 hearing that Schoenborn's disorder symptoms have been in remission for several years. His psychiatrist testified that Schoenborn has shown progress in managing interpersonal conflicts, a notable improvement from previous assessments where he acted aggressively toward female staff at a transitional care facility.

Schoenborn has also been participating in a community transitional care program near Colony Farm over the past year. However, the board cautioned that even with these advancements, Schoenborn continues to present a significant threat to the community if he lacks adequate support systems.

As a result, the conditional discharge mandates that Schoenborn must reside in a supervised location and attend regular psychiatric treatment, among other conditions. This decision underscores the complex balance between acknowledging an individual's progress in mental health treatment and ensuring public safety.