Our client, Pat*, experienced a distressing and unlawful incident in Sydney*. He was falsely imprisoned and assaulted by the police. With our help, Pat received justice and compensation. With our civil lawyer’s representation, he was able to sue for unlawful strip search.
Sue for unlawful strip search
Pat was walking home late at night in Sydney. Police stopped and searched him without proper cause. They later conducted an invasive strip search at the station, in front of others, causing Pat great distress. We argued false imprisonment and assault. As a result, the assault and battery claim were strong due to clear CCTV evidence.
Client to sue for unlawful strip search
On a night in August, Pat was heading home in Sydney. Suddenly, an unmarked police car stopped him. A detective accused him of suspicious behaviour and found a screwdriver in his pocket. Despite Pat’s cooperation, an officer arrested him for possessing house-breaking implements.
Police transported Pat to the police station. There, they handcuffed and forcefully strip-searched him in the charge room. Male and female officers, along with other detainees, watched. This degrading act was captured on CCTV.
Pat sought our help.
We filed claims for false imprisonment, assault, and battery. Although the false imprisonment claim faced evidentiary challenges, the strip search incident had undeniable proof. The distress Pat felt was clear. His desire to resolve the matter led us to accept a favourable settlement offer.
Case Outcome
The court acknowledged the unlawful actions of the police. Pat received a fair settlement. This outcome provided Pat with relief and a sense of justice.
Civil lawyer to sue for unlawful strip search
If you have faced similar unlawful treatment, seek our expert legal advice. Enquire online or call O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors on (02) 9261 4281. We can also set up a free appointment with our civil lawyers in our Sydney office.
*We changed the client’s details to protect their privacy.
