The accused, Fahmi Osman, applied for judicial interim release following charges related to a series of violent drugstore robberies and dangerous driving incidents.
The Crown opposed his release on primary, secondary, and tertiary grounds.
The court considered the seriousness of the allegations, the accused's history of non-compliance with release orders, and the perceived inadequacy of the proposed surety plan.
Despite the accused's health concerns and the increased risk of COVID-19 in detention, the court found that his continued detention was necessary for public safety and to maintain confidence in the administration of justice.
The application for release was denied.
