The accused was charged with robbery with a firearm, using a firearm while committing an indictable offence, and assault with a weapon following an altercation in a crack house.
The Crown's key witnesses, including the victim, had significant credibility and reliability issues due to drug addiction and inconsistent testimony.
The court found reasonable doubt regarding the robbery and firearm charges, resulting in acquittals on those counts.
However, the court convicted the accused of assault with a weapon, as the victim's testimony regarding being struck with a lamp stand was corroborated by photographic evidence of his injuries.
