Unfortunate? Accident? That was bloody assault, if I did that on the street I'd be up for GBH, and atleast manslaughter if the kid doesnt pull through, do the cops not realise that if they actually didnt clamber around to protect their own, the public might have greater respect for them and would be less likely to sue in events like this. If there is any Justice this guy should never be allowed to wear the uniform again and his superior interviewed should be stepped down.

I hate to say it as suing a public office is a bit like suing ourselves, its just really comming out of our back pocket, but I hope the family does sue and wins.