News / “Wild dog” antics
A DUNOON man who behaved like a “wild dog” during an “extremely violent struggle” with police in Lerwick must wait a month before he is sentenced.
Paul Bonnar, of 32 Park Road, Dunoon, got involved in a prolonged altercation with the police on 10 May whilst on bail after driving from Scalloway to the town.
Appearing from custody on Thursday at Lerwick Sheriff Court the 35 year old admitted assault, resisting arrest and driving without insurance.
Procurator fiscal Duncan Mackenzie told the court Bonnar was traced by two police officers after the vehicle’s owner complained.
When they placed a single handcuff on him at the Hill Lane car park he “lashed out” and a struggle ensued.
He was then restrained on the ground having bit one police officer on the arm after attempting to strike another on the head with his elbow.
In the course of a “few minutes” Bonnar bit another officer and spat at the group, which eventually amounted to four officers.
Mackenzie likened Bonnar’s behaviour to that of a “wild dog”.
Defence agent Tommy Allan said it was important to note the period of time between the use of vehicle and the assault.
He added that his client had been drinking and after a period of “reflection” in custody, had “come to the conclusion that he is an alcoholic” and will seek help.
Allan said that pipefitter Bonnar is financially responsible for three children born from a previous relationship, arguing that his client should be released on bail in order to “get back to his work” as soon as possible in order to support his family.
Sheriff Philip Mann adjourned the case until 8 July for a criminal justice social enquiry report to be prepared, with Bonnar released on bail.
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