The accused, Mark Ahye, was tried without a jury on two counts of dangerous driving causing bodily harm following a collision on September 6, 2014.
Mr. Ahye was driving a black Acura at approximately 90 kph in a 50 kph zone when he struck a Toyota Prius, injuring its occupants.
The Crown alleged dangerous driving, including competitive driving with another vehicle.
The defense argued that the evidence of aggressive driving was conflicting and that the collision was unavoidable due to the other driver's unsafe entry onto the road.
The court found conflicting witness accounts regarding whether Mr. Ahye was racing or driving aggressively.
Preferring the evidence of a witness who had a better and more continuous vantage point, the court found a reasonable doubt that Mr. Ahye was driving in a manner dangerous to the public.
Consequently, Mr. Ahye was found not guilty on both counts.
