Man arrested after biting police officer at Christie Downs

It will be alleged that about 6.30am on Thursday 22 October, police were called to a house in Wangara Avenue, Morphett Vale after reports that a man had entered the property while the male victim was at home.

He was not confronted by the suspect, who fled the scene soon after.

Police examined CCTV footage from the area and identified the suspect, locating him about 10.45am on Flaxmill Road at Christie Downs.

During the arrest the suspect allegedly bit one of the officers on his arm, causing a wound requiring treatment at hospital.

The 38-year-old Magill man was charged with numerous offences including serious criminal trespass, assault prescribed emergency worker and resist arrest.

He was refused bail and will appear in the Christies Beach Magistrates Court today (Friday 23 October).

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