Chris Carbert, after more than three years behind bars, has been released on bail pending appeal and is now on his way home to his family.Carbert is one of the “Coutts 4,” arrested on a conspiracy to murder RCMP officers charge in February 2022 during the Coutts, AB border blockade on COVID‑19 mandates..He and Anthony Olienick were acquitted of the charge on September 9, 2024, though the jury convicted both on mischief over $5,000. Olienick was also convicted of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and possession of an explosive device. Carbert was convicted of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.Both Carbert and Olienick were handed 6.5-year sentences, credited for time served, and banned from firearm ownership for life..Chris Carbert of ‘Coutts 4’ granted bail, to see daylight for first time in three years.On June 30, Olienick was granted bail and released. Carbert was also granted bail pending appeal, but it took several weeks for it to go into effect. His release is conditional, meaning he gets out of custody now but remains under legal supervision until the appeal is resolved..WATCH: Chris Carbert breaks down trial, says crime-fraud envelope must be opened.The other two men in the Coutts 4 are Christopher Lysak, charged with conspiracy to murder a police officer, weapons possession, mischief, and uttering threats; and Jerry (Mitchell) Morin, also charged with conspiracy to murder, weapons possession, and mischief.During trial, Carbert testified he brought firearms and armour to Coutts but denied any plot to attack police. “Absolutely not… there was no plan,” he said, adding he joined the protest to defend his kids’ freedom..'GAG ORDER ON CANADIANS': Packed gallery, disappointing outcome in Coutts sentencing
