A university student has been accused of telling a 'bare-faced lie' in court after breaking a police officer's nose during a violent confrontation. The defendant, whose identity has not been disclosed, allegedly claimed she 'didn't realise' she had punched a woman during the altercation.
The incident occurred when officers were called to a disturbance, where the student became aggressive. Prosecutors stated that she lashed out, striking a female officer in the face and fracturing her nose. The injured officer required medical treatment following the assault.
During the trial, the student insisted she had not intended to harm anyone and was unaware of her actions. However, the prosecution dismissed her claims as 'utterly unbelievable', arguing that she had deliberately lied to evade responsibility.
The judge has reserved judgment, but legal experts suggest the student could face severe penalties if convicted, including potential jail time. The case highlights growing concerns over violence against emergency service workers in the UK.
