HALIFAX – A bail hearing continues Thursday for the man accused in the murder of Dalhousie student Taylor Samson.
William Sandeson, 22, is charged with first-degree murder in Samson’s death.
Police said Samson was killed in an apartment on Henry Street in Halifax in August but his body has never been recovered.
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The bail hearing started Wednesday with the testimony of two police officers and is expected to wrap up Thursday. The judge may make his decision immediately or delay a decision.
Crown prosecutor Susan MacKay said Sandeson would be a risk if released and should be kept in custody.
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Defence lawyer Eugene Tan said Sandeson does not have a criminal history and therefore not at risk to re-offend.
Details of the hearing are under a publication ban.
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