Judge finds officer had 'objectively reasonable' belief the Tasering of Edwin Afriyie was necessary.
Police disputed his claims and a judge ruled against him on Friday.
David Hughes said the police's use of Tasers should be proportionate and lawful and suggested that their authority had been wrongfully exercised.Mrs Justice Hill dismissed Mr Afriyie's assault, battery and misfeasance in public office claims. She had watched police bodycam footage showing Mr Afriyie being tasered after officers said he was being arrested for not providing a breath sample.
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