A Cairns police officer has been allegedly assaulted in a random attack during a media conference about crime in the Far North Queensland city. 7NEWS
”Today, police are launching Operation Victor Craven, which primarily focuses on alcohol-fuelled violence,” Hunter said.Moments later, there were cries of “oh” and “hands behind your back”.A group of officers quickly apprehended the man.Off camera, behind the media pack, another police officer had allegedly been struck by a man without warning.
Five officers were involved in taking the man to the ground and placing him in handcuffs, 7NEWS footage of the incident shows.The 68-year-old man was taken away in a police paddy wagon.He has been charged with one count of seriously assaulting a police officer.The police officer suffered minor facial injuries in the altercation.If you’d like to view this content, please adjust your
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