Man Tasered by police after trying to allegedly carjack Uber while naked
A 23-year-old man has faced court after a “bizarre” incident at a popular nightspot in Perth.
A man who was Tasered naked in front of shocked onlookers at a popular night-life spot in Perth has faced court.
Wild footage shared on social media shows Puhi Clark, 23, running naked from police down a busy James Street in Northbridge about 11.20pm on Saturday after he allegedly tried to carjack an Uber.
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A female officer can be seen trying to control Clark before he lashes his arms. The officer suffered minor injuries, WA Police said in a statement.
At one point Clark can be seen sticking out his tongue to onlookers.
He then tries to jump inside a car and is Tasered.
In the clip about five police, alongside multiple members of the public, manage to control Clark, pulling him onto the street before being Tasered a second time.
Police took Clark into custody where he was charged with one count each of disorderly behaviour in a public place, obstructing police officers, assault of a public officer, and attempting to steal a motor vehicle.
He faced the Perth Magistrates Court on Sunday after spending a night in custody.
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The prosecutor described the allegations as bizarre.
He refused to answer questions by reporters when leaving the court.
He was given bail and a 9pm curfew, and will next face court on December 13.