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Sydney police officer found guilty of assaulting two men

A senior Sydney police officer faces potential jail time after being convicted of assaulting two men who were playing a game of 'knock and run'. The court found the officer guilty of bashing the individuals.

First reported 3 hours ago · latest update 3 hours ago
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Sydney Morning Herald Authority 90

A senior police officer in Sydney has been found guilty of assaulting two men following an incident involving a prank. The court determined that the officer attacked the individuals after they engaged in a game of knock and run.

The men involved in the incident were reportedly intoxicated at the time of the encounter. Following the prank, the officer confronted the pair, leading to the physical altercation that resulted in the criminal conviction.

As a result of the court's findings, the officer now faces the possibility of a custodial sentence. The legal proceedings have concluded with the determination of guilt regarding the assault.

The case highlights the legal consequences for law enforcement personnel when their actions against members of the public are found to be outside the bounds of the law. The officer remains subject to sentencing following the guilty verdict.

T.A.M synthesised this read from Sydney Morning Herald, The Age (Australia), since the primary outlet was thin or region-locked.
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90 Sydney Morning Herald ★ most authoritative citation

Senior cop could face jail time after being found guilty of attacking pranksters

A senior Sydney police officer could go to jail after a court found him guilty of bashing two drunk men who had played a game of knock and run.

3 hours ago
89 The Age (Australia)

Senior cop could face jail time after being found guilty of attacking pranksters

A senior Sydney police officer could go to jail after a court found him guilty of bashing two drunk men who had played a game of knock and run.

3 hours ago

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