The accused was previously found not criminally responsible for violent offences committed against his partner while experiencing active symptoms of schizophrenia.
At his annual Review Board hearing, the hospital and the Crown submitted that he continues to pose a significant threat to public safety but recommended amending his detention order to allow community living anywhere in Northwestern Ontario.
The Board accepted the uncontroverted psychiatric evidence that, despite his recent progress and medication compliance, the accused remains a significant threat due to his history of relapses and non-compliance.
The Board ordered the continuation of the detention order with the requested amendment to his community living privileges.
