Judge denies bail in case of slain officer

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

The accused was 17 when he was arrested in the death of Sgt. Andrew Harnett on Dec. 31. 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.

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