Cassie Kelloway refrains from celebrating, despite foreseeing the re-incarceration of the individual accused of breaking into her family residence. She expresses disappointment in Justin King and the legal system that permitted his release back into the Conception Bay North area.
In an interview with CBC’s “On the Go” on Monday, Kelloway mentioned, “I wasn’t surprised. We had anticipated this outcome before his release two weeks ago.” King, aged 34, faced 21 charges linked to five burglaries when Judge Andrew Wadden in Harbour Grace granted him bail two weeks ago.
However, King was apprehended once more on Sunday evening. He now faces an additional break-and-enter charge, along with charges of extortion, forcible confinement, possession of burglary tools, and four breaches of court orders. During a brief court session on Monday afternoon, King requested a mental health assessment to determine his ability to stand trial.
Judge Pamela Goulding conducted basic questioning regarding King’s comprehension of the legal proceedings, to which he responded affirmatively. Goulding concluded, “I am not convinced that Mr. King needs to be remanded to the Waterford Hospital based solely on the limited questions I have asked.”
Another bail hearing for King is scheduled for Friday, with the Crown opposing his release once more. During the previous ruling, Wadden had warned King that this was his final opportunity and urged him not to squander it. Wadden stated, “If you return to custody, you will most likely have exhausted your chances. Please make good use of this opportunity.”
Following a report of a break-in at 1:12 a.m. on Sunday in Victoria, the homeowner identified Justin King as the suspect, according to an RCMP release. Additional details of the incident emerged from court documents filed on Monday morning, including allegations of extortion and forcible confinement involving a woman. King is accused of violating five release conditions, including a restraining order against the woman he allegedly extorted and confined, breaking curfew, and possessing a mobile phone.