Former political candidate Hannah Thomas is suing NSW police after suffering permanent eye damage during an arrest at an anti-Israel protest in Sydney — injuries allegedly caused by being punched with a police torch. The force has now admitted to battery and false imprisonment, agreeing to cover her medical costs while disputing claims of excessive force. Charges against Thomas were dropped, but one officer faces upgraded assault charges. Her legal team seeks damages for lasting physical harm and shattered trust in law enforcement, as public confidence in policing hits a decade-low.
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