Birmingham Woman Admits Assaulting Three Police Officers Following Prosecco Incident
A Birmingham woman has admitted assaulting three police officers after consuming what she described as 'three glasses of prosecco' during a court hearing at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. Kirsty Proudfoot, a 32-year-old resident of Gravelly Lane in Erdington, pleaded guilty to three separate charges of assaulting a constable in the execution of their duty.
Violent Outburst Against Officers
The court heard how Proudfoot lashed out violently against responding officers on December 6 last year. According to prosecutor Shajah Javed, the defendant first punched one officer in the shoulder before kicking another officer who came to assist, causing significant pain to their chin area. The assault escalated further when Proudfoot bit a third police constable during the incident.
Alcohol and Medication Combination
During Thursday's hearing at the intensive supervision court, defence representative Andrew Ball explained the circumstances behind Proudfoot's behaviour. He stated that while there were previously existing background issues that have since been resolved, the defendant's actions were primarily influenced by alcohol consumption. Ball specifically noted that Proudfoot had consumed three glasses of prosecco while simultaneously taking prescribed antidepressant medication, describing this combination as 'never a good mixture' for responsible behaviour.
Court Proceedings and Adjournment
District Judge Michelle Smith presided over the case and decided to adjourn proceedings to a later date. This decision allows the probation service sufficient time to prepare a comprehensive pre-sentence report on Proudfoot, which will help inform the final sentencing decision. Throughout this interim period, the defendant has been permitted to maintain her bail status while awaiting the next court appearance.
The case highlights the serious consequences that can result from mixing alcohol with prescription medications, particularly when such combinations lead to violent behaviour against emergency service personnel. Birmingham Magistrates' Court will reconvene the matter once the probation service completes its assessment of Proudfoot's circumstances and provides recommendations for appropriate sentencing measures.
