Sgt. Andrew Harnett. (Canadian Press)

By Canadian Press

Judge denies bail for accused young offender in Calgary police officer’s death

Jan 28, 2021 | 11:25 AM

CALGARY – A judge has denied bail for a young man charged with first-degree murder in the hit-and-run death of a Calgary police officer.

The accused was 17 when he was arrested for the New Year’s Eve death of Sgt. Andrew Harnett.

He has since turned 18 but cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

Police have said Harnett was hit and dragged while attempting to stop an SUV after noticing its plates didn’t match its registration.

Officers allege the accused youth was driving the vehicle and have also charged a 19-year-old passenger with first-degree murder.

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The Crown, who said it opposed bail for the safety and protection of the public, has served notice that it will seek an adult sentence if the young man is convicted.

(The Canadian Press)