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Police Officer Not Convicted But Still On Duty | Adelaide News
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- Sep 10, 2026
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Summary
A NSW police officer, Steven Hyde, remains on the force after being found guilty of assaulting a man in a hospital — a shocking incident caught on camera where he struck an unconscious overdose victim. Despite claiming self-defense and citing his experience, a judge upheld the conviction, but instead of a criminal record, he received a 12-month good behavior bond. The police department has disciplined him with rank loss, restricted duties for two years, and mandatory retraining — yet he’s still officially employed. This lenient outcome sparks serious questions about accountability for officers who harm civilians, especially in vulnerable settings like hospitals. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ea604de8a599c326