A young person was tried for second degree murder, attempted murder, discharging a firearm with intent to endanger life, careless use of a firearm, and unlawful possession of a firearm following a lobby shooting that resulted in a death and injury.
The accused admitted firing the gun but asserted self‑defence after being struck on the head with a baseball bat during a group attack.
The court found the accused had a reasonable belief of a threat and a defensive purpose, but concluded that firing multiple shots at retreating attackers was objectively unreasonable.
The court held the Crown failed to prove the intent required for murder or attempted murder.
The accused was convicted of manslaughter, aggravated assault, careless use of a firearm, and possession of a firearm without a licence.
