The accused was charged under s. 252(1) of the Criminal Code after striking a cyclist with a pickup truck and leaving the scene of the collision.
Although the accused initially stopped, he remained only briefly, failed to provide his name and address, and did not offer assistance to the seriously injured cyclist before departing.
The accused claimed he left temporarily to obtain water and blankets to assist the victim, but the court rejected this explanation as not credible and inconsistent with the surrounding evidence.
The court found that the accused’s conduct demonstrated an intention to escape potential civil or criminal liability, particularly given his status as a suspended driver and his attempt to leave the area rapidly.
The Crown proved beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused failed to provide required information and assistance with the requisite intent under s. 252(1).
