Assault Charge Dismissed at Trial – Acquittal and Costs Awarded

Mr Sheehy recently represented a client charged with assaulting a bus driver at Perth Airport, an allegation carrying potentially serious consequences.

From the outset, the defence case focused on identification. The prosecution was required to prove that our client was the person responsible for the alleged offending. On a proper analysis of the evidence, that could not be established.

Following trial, the Court entered a judgment of acquittal and awarded costs in our client’s favour.

This matter underscores the importance of scrutinising evidence and holding the prosecution to proof. Where the evidence does not establish the charge, an acquittal will follow.