The offender pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded prohibited firearm, robbery with a firearm, and possession of a firearm while prohibited.
The offences occurred when the offender and an accomplice robbed a victim of a gold chain on a busy street, during which the firearm was discharged.
The court weighed the offender's significant criminal record and the aggravating factors of gun violence in a public place against mitigating factors including a guilty plea, remorse, and harsh pre-sentence custody conditions.
A global sentence of 9 years was imposed, reduced by 57 months for pre-sentence custody and harsh conditions.
