Officer on Trial for Injuring E-Bike Rider in Controversial Pursuit

PC Timothy Bradshaw is on trial for causing serious injury by dangerous driving after ramming his patrol car into an e-bike ridden by 17-year-old Mason McGarry, who sustained a fractured leg. The incident occurred in November 2022, following alleged provocative gestures from McGarry and his companion, Dominic Mizzi. Bradshaw defended his actions as necessary to protect the teenagers from causing themselves serious harm, despite admitting he did not seek permission from superiors or activate his sirens. The prosecution argued that while e-bike riders may be a nuisance, that does not justify excessive force from police. Testimonies revealed tensions between the officer's decision-making and the reckless behavior of the young men, raising questions about proper policing tactics. The case highlights ongoing debates about police conduct in high-pressure situations and public safety.