The accused was convicted of aggravated assault, robbery with a firearm, forcible confinement, and break and enter following a violent home invasion.
The court weighed the severe aggravating factors, including the trauma inflicted on the victims and the use of an imitation firearm, against mitigating factors such as the accused's limited criminal record and strict bail conditions.
Applying the principle of parity with co-accused who pleaded guilty, the court sentenced the accused to 5 years' imprisonment, less 8 months' credit for pre-trial custody and house arrest.
