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SocietyIBAC charges police officer accused of repeatedly hitting Indigenous man with Taser during Melbourne arrest

Victoria’s corruption watchdog has charged two police officers over the alleged use of force against an Indigenous man during an arrest in Melbourne’s east last August. A senior constable allegedly struck his head repeatedly with a Taser, while a sergeant allegedly hit him with a knee. They are due in Ringwood Magistrates’ Court on 11 September.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-08-13 02:40Original

IBAC charges police officer accused of repeatedly hitting Indigenous man with Taser during Melbourne arrest
IBAC charges police officer accused of repeatedly hitting Indigenous man with Taser during Melbourne arrestSociety