Post by Guest on Aug 17, 2011 12:06:45 GMT
Full story can be found in the son, at this is two members of the public killed by the police in strange circumstances.
By STAFF REPORTER
Published: Today
A MAN has died after being arrested by police who used a Taser gun.
Cumbria Police said officers were called to an address on Hartington Street, Barrow, following reports of a man causing a disturbance.
A police spokesman said: "Neighbourhood police officers attended the scene and arrested a male on suspicion of causing criminal damage and, during the arrest, a Taser was deployed.
"The man became unwell following the arrest and was taken to Furness General Hospital by officers."
But later the man, who was in his 20s and lived locally, was pronounced dead.
The incident has been referred to the police watchdog
By STAFF REPORTER
Published: Today
A MAN has died after being arrested by police who used a Taser gun.
Cumbria Police said officers were called to an address on Hartington Street, Barrow, following reports of a man causing a disturbance.
A police spokesman said: "Neighbourhood police officers attended the scene and arrested a male on suspicion of causing criminal damage and, during the arrest, a Taser was deployed.
"The man became unwell following the arrest and was taken to Furness General Hospital by officers."
But later the man, who was in his 20s and lived locally, was pronounced dead.
The incident has been referred to the police watchdog