Bail for ‘wild dog’ man

Amanwho behaved like a “wild dog” during an “extremely violent struggle” with police in Lerwick will be sentenced next month.

Paul Bonnar, of 32 Park Road, Dunoon, got involved in a prolonged altercation with the police on May 10 while on bail after driving from Scalloway to the town.

Appearing from custody at Lerwick Sheriff Court yesterday, the 35year-old admitted assault, resisting arrest and driving without insurance.

Procurator fiscal Duncan Mackenzie told the court Bonnar was traced by two police officers after the vehicle’s owner complained.

When they placed a single handcuff on him at the Hill Lane car park he “lashed out” and a struggle ensued.

He was then r estrained on the ground having bitten one police

“Come to the conclusion that he is an alcoholic”

officer on the arm after attempting to strike another on the head with his elbow.

Within a few minutes, Bonnar bit another officer and spat at the group, which eventually amounted to four officers.

Mr Mackenzie likened Bonnar’s behaviour to that of a “wild dog”.

Defence agent Tommy Allan said it was important to note the period of time between the use of the vehicle and the assault. He added that his client had been drinking and after a period of “reflection” in custody, had “come to the conclusion that he is an alcoholic” and will seek help.

Mr Allan said that pipefitter Bonnar should be released on bail as soon as possible in order to support his family.

Sheriff Philip Mann adjourned the case until July 8 for a report to be prepared, with Bonnar released on bail.