He seemed frustrated about having to stay incarcerated until today, and now the judge has decided that Higgins will remain in prison, at least until next September 13.
We all remember his reaction from last week:
According to ONNJ Sports, the driver has still not been granted provisional release.
See the exact report of the facts.
Update
For the time being, he faces charges of driving causing death. He also admitted to drinking 5 to 6 beers before the accident.
You can imagine that this case is receiving massive media attention, and it will be interesting to follow its developments as there is significant social pressure at the moment.
Criminal lawyer Me Rancourt suggested that charges of criminal negligence could be added, with sentences that could go up to life imprisonment if Higgins is found guilty.
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