The accused, Gary Chen, was charged with six counts of drug trafficking and conspiracy to traffic controlled substances (heroin, BZP, MDMA, ketamine, marihuana).
The Crown's case was entirely circumstantial, alleging Chen aided Ken Mai's drug operation by moving drugs and providing vehicles.
The defence argued the evidence did not establish guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, highlighting Chen's lack of criminal record, absence of direct drug possession, and the concealed nature of drugs in Mai's residences.
The court found the circumstantial evidence did not exclusively point to guilt, concluding that another reasonable inference was that Chen was merely a friend assisting with vehicles without knowledge or intent regarding drug trafficking.
Chen was acquitted on all charges.
