Heartbreaking Incident: Elderly Amputee Tasered and Pepper-Sprayed at Care Home

Elderly Amputee Subjected to Excessive Force

A 93-year-old amputee, Donald Burgess, faced a distressing encounter at his care home in St Leonards-on-Sea. On June 21, 2022, police officers utilized pepper spray, a Taser, and a baton against the vulnerable individual, sparking a legal battle at Southwark Crown Court. The prosecution highlighted the unnecessary and harmful nature of the force used, emphasizing the frailty and health struggles of Mr. Burgess. Stay tuned for further updates on this concerning case as legal proceedings continue.