Scales of justice. 123RF STOCKArticle contentA man charged with killing a young St. John’s boy by driving while impaired last month will remain in custody for now.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentTyler Julian Day, 32, has been in custody since his arrest July 23, 2026 in connection with the death of six-year-old Zafeer Munir.Article contentArticle contentDay appeared in provincial court July 31, at which time the court heard he was working on a release plan and intended to seek bail. A hearing was set for Friday, Aug. 7.Article contentArticle contentWhen the case was called for the bail hearing Friday, duty counsel Wendy Zdebiak said Day understands the Crown is opposed to his release and has decided for the time being to waive his right to the hearing, staying in jail while he continues working on his release plan.Article contentShe said Day — who remained silent during the proceedings — is in the process of retaining a lawyer and is hoping to return to court in the coming weeks, Zdebiak said.Article contentDay’s next court date was scheduled for Aug. 18, for an update. He will appear by video.Article contentAn accused who waives their right to a bail hearing can request one at any time in the future.Article contentCHARGES UPGRADED AFTER BOY’S DEATHArticle contentZafeer was walking with his mother at the crosswalk between Thorburn Road and Larkhall Street when he was struck by a vehicle which then fled the scene.Article contentThe Royal Newfoundland Constabulary said a member of the public followed the vehicle, assisting police in tracking Day down and arresting him not far from the scene.Article contentArticle contentDay was originally charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm. His charges were upgraded after the boy died days later in hospital.Article contentDay is now charged with impaired driving causing death, operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol level over the legal limit causing death, dangerous driving causing death, criminal negligence causing death, and failing to remain at the scene of an accident causing death.Article contentHe also has unrelated charges before the court of theft under $5,000, fraud under $5,000, possessing property obtained by crime and breach of a prior bail order. He had been scheduled to go to trial on some of those charges in Corner Brook this week, but proceedings did not go ahead.Article contentCourtroom still not accessible in personArticle contentDay’s court appearance Friday was held in Courtroom 7, which has been closed for in-person attendance by members of the media and the public since September 2025, due to staffing shortages at provincial court. The Telegram attended proceedings virtually.Article content
Man charged with impaired hit-and-run that killed St. John’s boy will remain behind bars for now
