Shoplifter tasered during arrest loses excessive force damages case

Headlines

Most rank and file officers worried about personal finances - Federation says derisory pay rise decision adds to stresses.

Police handling of probe into Russian whistleblower's death condemned - The then ACC said a senior investigating officer should work with a press officer to make case 'a non issue'.

Rural crime soars as thieves target farms and country estates - Farmers have started using medieval defence methods as a last resort.

Rest vehicle introduced for personnel on duty at European Championships - Interim chief says unit is an important addition to support available for officers and staff.

Shoplifter tasered during arrest loses 'excessive force' damages case

Body worn video used in court.

Paul McClelland after being tasered by police. Photo: Sussex Police/PA Wire

Date - 4th January 2018
By - Flora Thompson

10 Comments

A shoplifter who sued police after being tasered has lost his case. Paul McClelland was hit with the stun gun by a Sussex Police officer after being arrested in a Brighton car park on July 5 2013. The 42-year-old sought damages,...

Do you have an interesting news story? Contact the newsdesk on 0203 119 3303
or alternatively get in touch via the contact form.

Body worn video has 'shown its benefit' after shoplifter's claim of excessive force

Advantages of the technology include professional standards departments making 'almost immediate' judgements, says Fed rep.

Criminal claims officers used 'excessive force' More headlines »

And also...

Most rank and file officers worried about personal finances

Federation says derisory pay rise decision adds to stresses.

Police handling of probe into Russian whistleblower's death condemned Rural crime soars as thieves target farms and country estates Latest headlines »

Features

Respecting the pay process

Officers are now entitled to question whether the mechanisms in place to set their pay are fit for purpose, says the national secretary of the Police Superintendents' Association of England and Wales.

Can crowd sourced intelligence help first responders during major incidents? Advertorial: Could you be one of London's key policing leaders? More features »