Paul Gali, 32, sentenced to 5 years for stabbing a police officer during a mental health crisis in Brisbane.

Paul Gali, 32, was sentenced to five years in prison for stabbing a police officer during a confrontation in Brisbane, Australia. Gali, who had threatened family members with a knife, attacked an officer attempting to holster a firearm and draw a taser. The officer, hospitalized for two days with ongoing psychological effects, did not open fire. Gali was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and shows remorse. He is eligible for parole after 19 months, pending a parole board decision and outcomes of other charges.

December 02, 2024
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