Telford police officer dismissed following misconduct hearing

A police officer who served in the Telford area for over 26 years was yesterday dismissed from the force with immediate effect for gross misconduct.

The dismissal follows a two day Misconduct Hearing conducted by West Midlands Police Assistant Chief Constable Gareth Cann and follows a Professional Standards investigation that commenced when an allegation was made against the officer that they had formed an inappropriate relationship.

Detective Superintendent Gary Watson, Head of Professional Standards said: "The Misconduct Hearing found that the behaviour of the officer fell below the standards we expect from our officers and staff and amounted to a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour, namely discreditable conduct and a breach of honesty and integrity. This fell outside the expectations made clear in our Code of Ethics and it is for this reason she/he was dismissed."

The outcome of the Misconduct Hearing is subject to the normal appeals process.