Samuel was born in Toronto, “and raised primarily by his mother, following his parents’ separation when he was five,” said the decision. “He witnessed domestic violence in childhood, and his father returned to St. Vincent after facing legal issues and deportation. Despite reportedly normal developmental milestones, Mr. Samuel exhibited significant behavioural problems, including aggression, vandalism, theft, gang involvement, and violence toward family members. His adolescence involved substance misuse, truancy, school suspensions, and expulsions, along with ongoing difficulties associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.”