IOPC calls for system to flag criminal allegations against officers

Headlines

IOPC confirms gross misconduct hearing bid against officer W80 - IOPC pushes for another force to hold the misconduct hearing in light of 'recent comments about the case'.

Wanted burglar's death after police pursuit ruled as misadventure - The jury accepted that the decision to pursue him and to continue the operation was correct, and was motivated to protect the public.

Merseyside using new technology to support hotspot policing - Analysts from the force are using Risk Terrain Modelling to identify crime patterns and prioritise places in need.

Buildings to be sold and overtime cut as force bids to balance books - Force management is also 'rigorously managing' overtime spending and reviewing senior officer command structures.

IOPC calls for system to flag criminal allegations against officers

It follows the finding of gross misconduct in the case of a former Met PC who failed to investigate thoroughly incidents of Wayne Couzens flashing.

Date - 23rd May 2023
By - Cachella Smith

10 Comments

The IOPC is calling for a national system that would ensure forces are told when criminal allegations are made against serving officers. It follows a finding of gross misconduct today in the case of former Met PC Samantha Lee. The officer, who had...

Do you have an interesting news story? Contact the newsdesk on 0203 119 3303
or alternatively get in touch via the contact form.