A Met Police constable is under criminal investigation for allegedly perverting the course of justice, following a BBC investigation into a central London police station. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is probing 11 individuals, including nine serving officers, a former officer, and a designated detention officer, for potential gross misconduct.
*Allegations Against Officers*
- *Excessive Use of Force*: Officers accused of using excessive force against detainees
- *Discriminatory and Misogynistic Comments*: Allegations of officers making discriminatory and misogynistic comments
- *Failure to Report Inappropriate Behavior*: Officers accused of failing to report or challenge inappropriate behavior
*Investigation Progress*
- The IOPC has obtained a significant amount of CCTV footage from the station's custody suite
- Investigators are contacting members of the public involved and reviewing evidence
- The investigation is ongoing, with the IOPC working to progress enquiries as quickly as possible
*Met Police Response*
- The Met Police has suspended eight officers and one staff member
- Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist says the force is taking immediate steps to address the issues, including changing the leadership in the custody command and scrutinizing the leadership and culture within the teams
- The Met Police is committed to rooting out any further failings and ensuring accountability
*Previous Incidents*
- The IOPC found "disgraceful" behavior in the ranks at the same police station in 2022, including a homophobic, racist, and misogynistic WhatsApp group
- The incident led to former Met Police commissioner Dame Cressida Dick stepping down from her role in February 2022 ¹.
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