In a show cause bail application for murder, subjective factors such as youth, absence of criminal history, community ties and family support do not of themselves amount to showing cause why detention is not justified, particularly where the Crown case is reasonably strong and the alleged offending was unprovoked and seriously violent. Evidence of family assistance in avoiding detection is a relevant factor weighing against the grant of bail.
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