‘Finally got justice’: Ex-Lake Illawarra cop found guilty of assaulting teen

In a recent court decision, a former police officer from Lake Illawarra has been found guilty of assaulting a teenager. The incident occurred when the victim, now 18 years old and identified as Mr. Maher, had his encounter with the officer. According to Mr. Maher’s account, he was subjected to a brutal assault by the officer, resulting in him getting his head slammed into the concrete and having the officer’s knee on his neck, which made it difficult for him to breathe.

This case signifies a significant victory for Mr. Maher, who expressed his relief at finally getting justice. The assault that he endured has clearly left a lasting impact, both physically and emotionally. The guilty verdict against the ex-police officer is an essential step towards accountability and ensuring that no one, regardless of their position or authority, is above the law.

The article discussing this significant development can be found here.