Metropolitan Police Officer Charged with Assault

PC Liam Newman, a Metropolitan Police officer, has been charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm after Taser-ing a 61-year-old man who subsequently fell from a shed, resulting in life-changing injuries. The incident occurred on April 24, 2022, in Woodford Green, and followed a foot chase. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) conducted a year-long investigation before the Crown Prosecution Service authorized the charge. Chief Superintendent Stuart Bell acknowledged the public's concern and emphasized the importance of maintaining trust in the police. Newman is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on November 20, 2023, as the case progresses. This incident highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding police use of force and accountability.