A man who knocked a police officer unconscious with a headbutt has been jailed for two-and-a-half years. Liam Moriarty, 31, of no fixed address, was arrested on 6 September 2025 after being involved in a car crash. He was taken to Bedford Hospital for checks after sustaining injuries in the collision.
While at the hospital, Moriarty headbutted Special Constable Jack Capener with such force that both men were left unconscious. The officer also suffered a broken nose. Bedfordshire Police said Moriarty continued his 'violent outburst', causing more than £5,000 worth of damage to hospital equipment.
Moriarty admitted charges of inflicting grievous bodily harm, assault on an emergency worker, and criminal damage on 27 February. He was sentenced to 30 months in prison.
