The accused, J.Q.H., sought a review of a detention order following charges of attempted murder, aggravated assault, and firearms offenses.
The initial bail hearing resulted in detention on secondary and tertiary grounds.
The review, prompted by COVID-19 as a material change in circumstances, considered an essentially identical release plan with the accused's mother and grandmother as sureties.
The court found the Crown's case strong, supported by surveillance video and eyewitness identification, despite defence arguments.
The proposed sureties were deemed unsuitable due to their limited knowledge and apparent indifference to the accused's criminal activities, leading to a finding of substantial likelihood of reoffending.
Consequently, the court dismissed the application for release, maintaining detention on both secondary and tertiary grounds, with the COVID-19 risk being a minor factor given the accused's age and health.