The appellant pleaded guilty to charges arising from a violent home invasion where he and an accomplice forced their way into a residence, bound the victim, stole property, and discharged a firearm while fleeing.
He was sentenced to nine years' imprisonment.
On appeal, the appellant introduced fresh evidence of severe medical issues suffered while in custody, including a stabbing and an allergic reaction requiring a permanent tracheotomy.
The Court of Appeal dismissed the appeal, holding that the nine-year sentence was at the low end of the range and that the paramount considerations of denunciation and general deterrence for such a serious offence overshadowed the appellant's medical condition, which should be managed by the Parole Board and penitentiary authorities.
