# Life Sentence for Father Who Starved Son

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Podcast: [Canada News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/canada-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7590263)
Published: 2026-06-27T00:11:25+00:00
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A Toronto father, Joel Roberto, has been sentenced to life without parole for 16 years for the horrific murder of his four-year-old son, Jaelin — who died from starvation and suffocation after weeks of abuse. Roberto, already serving nearly 12 years, recorded his son’s suffering before calling 911 with false details. This is his second conviction after a retrial; his partner Ravyn Colley awaits her own sentencing. The judge emphasized the lasting trauma on their surviving child, while Roberto tearfully admitted guilt, calling himself a coward. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6f140019421f44fd

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