Queensland Client Sues Brisbane Police for Assault

Jessy* from Brisbane, Queensland faced a troubling incident on a quiet evening at her home. Police assaulted and falsely arrested Jessy in her home. With our help, Jessy was successful in suing Queensland Police.

Suing Queensland Police for false imprisonment, assault and battery

In July 2022*, Jessy had a heated phone conversation with her sister, which escalated into shouting. Unbeknownst to her, this led her concerned neighbour to call the police. Later that evening, Jessy was preparing her children for bed. Suddenly, two police officers arrived at her residence to conduct a welfare check. 

Jessy, noticing the police at her door, went out to greet them. She let them into the yard, intending to secure her children inside the house before dealing with the situation. However, the officers followed her closely, causing her to feel overwhelmed.

Queensland police act unlawfully

The situation quickly escalated when one of the officers, mistakenly perceived Jessy’s movements as hostile. He swatted her hand away and subsequently restrained her by twisting her arm behind her back. Despite Jessy’s protests that she had not assaulted him, she was handcuffed and pushed against the fence.

Confused and scared, Jessy pleaded with the officers, worrying about her children inside the house. Despite her cooperation, the officers decided to take her to the station. Unfortunately, this action further escalated her distress. They insisted that Jessy was being arrested for assaulting an officer. However, she firmly denied this charge.

Suing Queensland Police

Suing Queensland police

Following this incident, Jessy faced charges. However, these charges were later adjusted in court after video evidence from police body-worn cameras which supported her version of the events.

Jessy used our legal representation for help suing Queensland police.

This case highlighted several procedural errors and the unnecessary use of force by the Queensland policeThe court acknowledged the mishandling of the situation by the police. In the end, the settlement favoured Jessy. Furthermore, the incident prompted a review of police procedures in Queensland to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

Suing Queensland police

Jessy’s case serves as a crucial example of the importance of body-worn camera footage in verifying the facts of police interactions. It also stresses the need for proper training in de-escalation techniques to handle such situations more effectively. Jessy’s ordeal also underscores the significance of ensuring that law enforcement actions are always grounded in reasonableness and legality.

Civil lawyer: Suing NSW police

If you or someone you wants to sue the police, get in touch with our civil lawyers today. To get in touch, please call (02) 9261 4281, or email . We can help arrange a free, confidential consultation for you.

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Sydney NSW 2000

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