Granddad threw boiling water and a dumbbell at police officers
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A grandfather threw boiling water and a dumbbell at police officers after barricading himself in his own home.
Steven Haase, 57, had earlier threatened a neighbour in front of his three children after drinking a bottle of brandy.
His neighbour rang police after the incident in May last year and told them Haase was “growling like a bear”.
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When officers turned up at his home Haase told them to “f*** off from my castle”.
Newcastle Crown Court heard he then “barricaded” himself inside the property in Cramlington, Northumberland.
He threw what appeared to be boiling water at officers and also a dumbbell, which hit a riot shield.
After being arrested Haase, of Linslade Walk, Cramlington, deliberately spat at a police officer, the court heard.
He admitted common assault, criminal damage, affray, assaulting an emergency worker and possession of cannabis.
The court was told Haase suffers from mental health difficulties and was “devastated and ashamed” by his behaviour.Recorder Peter Makepeace KC said the crimes were “really nasty”.
He gave Haase a 12-month jail term, suspended for 18 months.
The judge also ordered him to undergo a 40-day rehabilitation programme.
Words: Matin Fricker