Facts: D.R., the grandfather, was acquitted of sexual offences against his granddaughter, aged 7 to 10, based on the perceived normalcy of their relationship.
Issue: Whether the trial judge used impermissible stereotypical reasoning in assessing the complainant's credibility.
Ruling: The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal, agreeing with the Court of Appeal that the trial judge's reasoning was based on stereotypes, constituting a legal error.
Outcome: Appeal dismissed, ordering a new trial due to the impact of stereotypical reasoning on the acquittal.
