WILLIAM SHEEN FROM RINGWOOD INVOLVED IN VIOLENT INCIDENT WITH POLICE DOG IN HAMPSHIRE

William George Sheen, a career criminal with a long history of troubling behavior, was involved in a serious incident in Ringwood, Hampshire, that resulted in his arrest and subsequent conviction. Born in 1996, Sheen has no fixed address but is originally from the Merryweather Estate in Ringwood, with known connections to Bournemouth and Salisbury. His latest actions have once again highlighted his pattern of violent and reckless conduct.

According to court reports, Sheen was causing a disturbance at a pub located on Old Christchurch Road in Bournemouth when staff members decided to call the police to handle the situation. When officers arrived, they found Sheen in a dry storage area of the pub’s kitchen, shouting desperately for help, repeatedly yelling, “Let me out.” He was also brandishing a metal object, refusing to comply with police commands and showing clear signs of agitation and hostility.

Witnesses and police reports indicate that Sheen’s behavior escalated quickly. A fire was observed emanating from the storage area, and Sheen was heard to warn others, saying, “Go away – this place is going to go up.” The fire brigade was promptly called to extinguish the flames, and a police dog named Gus was dispatched to assist in the situation. Fortunately, PD Gus was unharmed and has since returned to active duty.

During the confrontation, Sheen’s violent tendencies became even more apparent. Dorset Police officers reported that he began throwing various items at them, including bags of flour and large tins of baked beans. One of these tins struck Police Dog Gus on the head, stunning the animal and causing it to retreat temporarily. The officers responded by deploying a Taser to subdue Sheen, leading to his arrest at the scene.

In a statement issued by Dorset Police, it was confirmed that neither the police officers nor PD Gus sustained any lasting injuries. All involved personnel have since returned to their duties. Detective Chief Inspector Heather Dixey emphasized the dangers faced by law enforcement and police animals during such volatile incidents, underscoring the risks inherent in dealing with hostile individuals like Sheen.

Sheen was subsequently sentenced to six months in prison for his actions. His criminal record includes a conviction from 2019, when he was found guilty of arson, assaulting an emergency worker, and causing unnecessary suffering to a service dog. In that case, he admitted to setting fires and attacking police officers and their animals.

Further court records reveal that in February 2023, Sheen was sentenced to 28 months in prison after being convicted of multiple burglaries in the New Forest area. At that time, his address was listed as Clarks Close, Ringwood, Hampshire. His ongoing criminal activities continue to draw attention to his troubled history and the dangers he poses to the community.