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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Mostafa Rachwani

Clare Nowland: 95-year-old Australian woman dies after being Tasered by police

Clare Nowland has died in hospital after police allegedly used a Taser on her during an incident at an aged care facility in Cooma.
Clare Nowland has died in hospital after police allegedly used a Taser on her during an incident at an aged care facility in Cooma. Photograph: Supplied

A 95-year-old great grandmother has died in hospital as the police officer who allegedly Tasered her at an aged care facility was charged with three offences.

Senior constable Kristian White, 33, is due to appear in court for the offences of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, common assault and recklessly causing grievous bodily harm, which can carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

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