The accused police officer was charged with assault causing bodily harm and assault with a weapon arising from injuries sustained by an individual during a G20 demonstration at Queen’s Park.
The Crown alleged the officer struck the individual with a shield and baton or used excessive force while moving him.
The court considered three theories of liability based on eyewitness testimony and video evidence.
The judge found significant reliability and credibility issues with the key identification witness and concluded the video evidence did not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused struck the individual or used excessive force.
The Crown failed to establish any theory of liability beyond a reasonable doubt.
