The accused pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for his role in the prolonged assault and torture of a vulnerable victim in the context of the drug trade.
The Crown sought an 18-year period of parole ineligibility, while the accused sought 12 years.
The court emphasized denunciation and deterrence, noting the victim's vulnerability and the brutal nature of the murder.
The accused was sentenced to life imprisonment with no eligibility for parole for 16 years.
