Luke Briggs allegedly became unresponsive during his arrest. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO

The family of a builder who died of injuries following his arrest in a car park is suing a state, accusing police of breaching their duty of care.

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Luke Briggs, 35, was arrested in a convenience store car park at Hoppers Crossing, in Melbourne's southwest, in July 2024.

He allegedly became unresponsive during the arrest and the officers performed CPR before calling for medical assistance.

Photos showed bruising on Luke Briggs' arms as he lay in a hospital bed. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

Mr Briggs died in a Me

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