The accused, R.G., was charged with sexual assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose against his spouse.
The trial judge found the complainant's evidence to be credible despite defence arguments regarding her memory issues stemming from a traumatic brain injury.
The defence's attempt to establish a motive to fabricate on the complainant's part, involving an alleged paramour, was rejected as contrived and self-serving.
The court found the accused guilty on both counts, emphasizing that the Crown's evidence was clear, powerful, and compelling.
A pre-sentence report was ordered, and uncharged sexual assault allegations were noted as potential aggravating factors for sentencing.
