A man accused of murdering a 42-year-old man in Ottawa has pleaded guilty to manslaughter. Joe Tunney, charged with the 2025 stabbing death of Trevor Needham, appeared in court today. The court heard Tunney admitted to the crime but claimed self-defense. Needham was found stabbed in an east Ottawa neighborhood. Authorities have not yet released details about the circumstances of the attack. The case has sparked discussions about violence in the area. Local officials have called for community support and safety measures. Tunney’s sentencing is expected in the coming weeks.