December 16th 2024.
Kristian White, a former police officer, has recently made headlines for taking legal action in hopes of regaining his job. White had been found guilty of manslaughter in the tragic death of 95-year-old Clare Nowland, and was subsequently fired from the force by NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb. However, White is now fighting back, claiming unfair dismissal and seeking a review of Webb's decision in the NSW Industrial Relations Commission.
The matter is set to be heard on Thursday afternoon, and while NSW Police have acknowledged the legal action, they are unable to comment further due to the ongoing proceedings. White's guilty verdict came in November after he used his Taser on Nowland, who was holding a serrated knife while standing with a walking frame in an aged care home. She fell and hit her head, ultimately passing away a week later due to bleeding on the brain.
During the trial, it was revealed that White had said "nah, bugger it" before using his Taser on the elderly woman. He had pleaded not guilty to the charge of manslaughter, but was ultimately found guilty by a jury. White is currently out on bail while awaiting sentencing, as manslaughter carries a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for justice, as Nowland likely had undiagnosed dementia and posed no real threat to White. The police officer's actions have been deemed excessive and unnecessary, leading to his dismissal from the force by Webb. However, White is now fighting back against this decision, claiming that it was harsh, unreasonable, and unjust.
While the legal battle continues, the family and loved ones of Clare Nowland are left mourning the loss of a beloved great-grandmother. The tragedy has also brought attention to the need for better training and protocols for law enforcement when dealing with vulnerable individuals, especially those with cognitive impairments. As the case unfolds, the hope is that justice will be served and lessons will be learned to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
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