Daniel James

Police officers cleared of attacking Bournemouth man in cells

Eight members of the police personnel have been cleared of attacking a man in custody in Bournemouth and leaving him with a fractured cheekbone.

Daniel James claimed he was "slammed" into the ground and then struck repeatedly with elbows and fists in Madeira Road police station last November 19.

20 years complained of the Professional Standards Department, but the investigator found "overwhelming evidence" that he struggled violently and the use of force was appropriate.

Mr. James, of Westbourne, was arrested following an allegation of sexual assault.

He told investigators that officers planned an attack and was left screaming in pain.

However, the report said CCTV images, which covered the lower half of his body, he shows that he was immobilized for a strip search without the unnecessary use of force.

One officer said Mr. James said in one breath '666 sign of the devil many times "and appeared to be under the influence of drugs.

Others said he was spitting and biting, showed unusual force, did not respond to key arms, and suggested that it hurt struggling in the floors.

The report cleared two sergeants, four police and two detention officers, allegations of misconduct.

The mother of James, Lorrain, a hairdresser Winton said: "I do not understand how he could have two black eyes being held."

She added: "He will not get anywhere if we do call, but I think we will in principle."

A spokesman for Dorset Police, said: "The complainant has the right to appeal until Friday, July 1.

"It would be inappropriate to comment until that time of the call is made.

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