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Police Officer in UK on Trial for Taser Use That Left 61-Year-Old Quadriplegic – Pursuit and Fall

Published January 8, 2026, 17:14
Police Officer in UK on Trial for Taser Use That Left 61-Year-Old Quadriplegic – Pursuit and Fall

A police officer in the United Kingdom is on trial accused of using a taser on a 61-year-old man, resulting in the man falling from a shed and becoming quadriplegic. The incident occurred in Patras, when the 61-year-old, attempting to escape police, climbed onto a shed and was tased. According to the prosecution, the use of the taser was unreasonable and unlawful, as the man did not pose an immediate threat. The officer denies the charge. The 61-year-old claims he was frightened and tried to flee, as he did not want to return to prison. Video footage of the incident shows the man losing his balance and falling into the void.