Abbotsford News

The drama surrounding refugee claimant Laibar Singh continues after officials said he could leave border services custody, but only after posting a $50,000 bond.

The Abbotsford temple – where Singh took refuge in and may return to – must also produce a letter addressed to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) saying it will make the paralyzed man available for removal from Canada.

Singh must also report by telephone each week to CBSA.

Singh entered Canada on a fake passport in 2003 claiming political persecution. He was paralyzed after a brain aneurysm a year ago and requires around-the-clock medical care.

He was to be deported on July 8, but fled to the temple on July 7, dodging deportation.