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Horrific assault on Lincoln police officer

Horrific assault on Lincoln police officer

Horrific assault on Lincoln police officer

A Lincoln police officer was almost knocked unconscious during a horrific assault while on duty.

The incident occurred following the arrest of a man who was wanted on a recall to prison and was suspected of having swallowed a quantity of drugs prior to his arrest.

PC Templeman was tasked with observing the individual to ensure his health and well-being needs were met while in custody.

Police claim the man took a “cheap shot” at the police officer, knocking him to the ground.

It is alleged that the man kicked PC Templeman while he was on the ground.

The attack only ended when multiple other officers intervened.

The assault beating was so bad that he was close to being knocked unconscious, Lincoln Police has said.

PC Templeman has now had to have time off work in order to recover.

Lincoln Police have shared details of the incident as a warning that violence against police while performing their duty will not be tolerated.

A spokesperson for Lincolnshire Police said:

“PC Templeman and all of our officers understand and accept there is a risk of being assaulted in our line of work. However, the assault itself will never be acceptable.

“The individual was further arrested for assault an emergency service worker and taken back to prison the following day.

“PC Templeman has made a full recovery and will return to duties after some leave.

“We look forward to hearing his terrible ‘dad jokes’ back in the office soon.”

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