The accused was charged with sexual assault on March 11, 2010.
The complainant, a 17-year-old high school student, attended a party where she consumed significant quantities of alcohol and became intoxicated to the point of passing out.
She had fragmented memories of events that night.
The Crown alleged the accused sexually assaulted her while she was incapacitated.
The defence presented evidence that the accused provided care and assistance to the intoxicated complainant, including moving her to a bedroom to sleep safely.
The case turned on credibility and the interpretation of text messages exchanged between the accused and a witness.
The court found the Crown had not proven the charge beyond a reasonable doubt and acquitted the accused.
