Dad poured cider over police officer after going fishing
A father-of-one who poured a can of cider over a police officer during a protest in Weymouth has been jailed for 21 months.
Kevin Searle, 40, of Weymouth, pleaded guilty to violent disorder and assault by beating of an emergency worker during the demonstration on 4 August.
The court heard Searle had been fishing during the day, drank six cans of cider and while walking home he “heard the noises of the protest” and “decided to join in”.
Searle has previously appeared in court 32 times for 52 offences, magistrates were told.
Defence solicitor Richard Martin said Searle “cried” when he saw footage of himself at the protest.
Judge William Mousley KC said there was “no lawful reason” for Searle’s behaviour.
He said: “You were at the front of the group for much of the time, one of those leading the disorder, gesturing in an aggressive manner, you pushed and shoved at police and you threw a can of drink towards them.”
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