Brad Baker denies spraying people with CS spray near Sutton Park. He claims mistaken identity as the trial begins.
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A man is on trial for spraying CS spray, supposedly targeting four people on a bike. The crime happened near Sutton Park last August.
Prosecutors say Brad Baker sprayed people “for no reason” on August 14 in or around Sutton Park. They also allege Baker exposed himself near a restaurant. Baker was cycling in the park, according to the lawyer. Baker denies these charges, saying, “It wasn’t me,” and believes witnesses are mistaken about his identity.
Baker sat as the jury was chosen. The prosecutor said the alleged events occurred on August 14 around Sutton Park in the evening. They stated that someone on a bike sprayed four people and exposed himself, according to witnesses. Baker faces charges for the alleged actions, including assault, indecent exposure, and possessing a weapon.
Doorbell footage showed a cyclist wearing white shorts and trainers, they said. Police video of Baker’s arrest showed him wearing the same attire. The prosecutor explained Baker carried a rucksack, mentioned a spray can photo, and referenced a discarded phone. Police also made a map showing where 999 calls came from.
The alleged events started around 7:28 PM that evening when a man was sprayed near Monmouth Drive. At 7:31 PM, another man was sprayed nearby. Then, at 7:32 PM, a mother and daughter became victims. The attacker biked away after each spraying.
Around 7:48 PM, authorities received a report about someone exposing himself at Miller and Carter, then a report about a naked bottom. Police arrested Baker around 8:53 PM near these locations.
Baker admits cycling there then, but argues someone else committed the crimes. He says it was a cyclist matching his description who must have been in the park the same day. The prosecutor asks, “Was it Baker?” and answers, “Yes, it was.” Conversely, the defense for Baker says, “No.” Witnesses will testify, and the trial could last seven days.
Recorder Caroline Goodwin is overseeing the trial. Annabel Hale is representing Brad Baker in court. The trial is ongoing.