Report: Trial set for man accused of killing Gaudreau brothers

The man accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew will stand trial early next year.

By Sportsnet Staff · Sportsnet

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 12:28 AM

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Sean Higgins will stand trial starting Jan. 4 for the deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau.
Higgins rejected a plea deal and faces up to 91 1/2 years in prison if convicted.
Jury selection is scheduled to begin on Dec. 1 in Salem County, New Jersey.

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Sean Higgins, the man accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, will stand trial early next year. Jury selection in Salem County, New Jersey, is scheduled to start on Dec. 1, with the trial set to begin on Jan. 4. Higgins rejected a plea agreement during a court appearance on Monday.

Higgins faces charges including aggravated manslaughter and vehicular homicide, carrying a potential sentence of up to 91 1/2 years in prison. The Gaudreau brothers died on Aug. 29, 2024, after being struck by a vehicle while riding bicycles in rural New Jersey.

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