Trial reset as Gulf man set to undergo psychiatric exam after airport assault

TDT | Manama

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A Gulf man accused of attacking two police officers while transiting through Bahrain is to undergo psychiatric assessment before his trial continues.

The High Criminal Court has adjourned the case to 11 August.

The 45-year-old, reportedly intoxicated after drinking on a flight, arrived in Bahrain intending to board a connecting plane to his home country.

Altercation

Instead, he became involved in an altercation with two policemen, during which he allegedly swore at them, pushed them repeatedly, and tried to film them.

Prosecutors said the events took place on 19 June at Bahrain International Airport.

The man is charged with assaulting both officers during the course of their duties, with medical reports confirming their injuries.

Cannabis

He was also found in possession of cannabis, which he is accused of intending to consume, in breach of the law.

He faces further charges of being drunk in a public place, insulting public servants without referring to a specific act, and disturbing the victims by misusing communication tools.

One officer said he approached the man near a gate around 11pm and asked for his passport.

The man, said to be in a state of anger, refused to comply and became aggressive.

Insults

The officer attempted to calm him and said help would be provided, but the man allegedly pushed him several times and shouted insults.

The officer then contacted his supervisor.

The defendant then pulled out his phone, began filming, and continued insulting both officers.

He also made threats and, when asked to show documentation for the phone, refused.