Bail decision on hold for youth accused of murder

A Prince Albert judge is taking a few days to decide if she’ll grant bail for a boy accused of first-degree murder.

On Monday, arguments were given for and against releasing the boy who police believe shot Marina Thorpe on April 19 on a walking path in Prince Albert’s Crescent Heights neigbourhood.

The 14-year-old boy, who can’t be named due to a publication ban, sat with his hands together at all times in a prisoner’s box at Prince Albert Provincial Court.

Defence counsel Garth Bendig requested a publication ban on the bail hearing, which means reporters can’t share the details put forth by lawyers.

About 20 family members and friends of Thorpe were present in court.

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There were a few tears shed before the case was adjourned until Friday. At that time, the judge will render a bail decision.

claskowski@jpbg.ca

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