Overview

• Jason King, 55, stabbed neighbour Alistair Mahwuto, then fired from an upstairs window and chased officers with a crossbow in Downley on May 10, 2024.
• Judge Jonathan Cooper imposed nine years in custody plus three years on extended licence after guilty pleas to unlawful wounding, wounding with intent, affray and weapons charges.
• PC Curtis Foster was shot in the leg near an artery and described heavy blood loss; he has made a full recovery but reported lasting effects on confidence.
• Armed officers shot King in the abdomen after he refused to drop the crossbow; he received immediate first aid, was hospitalised and arrested on discharge.
• The police watchdog praised officers’ courage and judgment, and court-released body-worn video and statements underpinned the sentencing as the judge rejected claims of recreational crossbow use.