The accused was charged with assault following a 911 call made by his former intimate partner.
The complainant alleged that after a prolonged argument about their relationship, the accused grabbed her by the collar, threw her to the ground, and shook her while straddling her.
The accused denied the assault, claiming the complainant initiated physical contact by jumping on the bed and throwing his phone, and that she made the 911 call to get his attention after he repeatedly avoided engaging with her.
The court found the accused not guilty, determining that the Crown failed to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.
The court identified significant credibility concerns with the complainant's testimony, particularly regarding her interactions with police and her evasive answers during cross-examination.
