Jonathan Henoche to be tried for 1st-degree murder in Regula Schule's death

The man accused in the death of 88-year-old Regula Schule will stand trial for first-degree murder.

Jonathan Henoche was initially charged with second-degree murder in the Happy Valley-Goose Bay woman's death.

However, judge Phyllis Harrisruled in provincial court Monday that the charges be upgraded to first-degree murder, following evidence given in the preliminary inquirywhich is under a publication ban.

Other charges against Henocheinclude break and entry with intent, robbery with violence,arson endangering human life andarson causing damage.

Schulewas found unresponsive in her home during a fire on July 24, 2016.