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Shropshire Officer Accused of Bullying Colleague
10 Oct
Summary
- Officer accused of abusive and intimidating behavior.
- Allegations stem from romantic relationship with colleague.
- Misconduct hearing scheduled for October 12-16.
A West Mercia Police officer, stationed in Shropshire, is set to confront a gross misconduct hearing. The officer stands accused of severe bullying towards a colleague over a two-month period in early 2024. The alleged conduct included abusive, hostile, and intimidating behavior.
Central to the allegations is a romantic relationship the officer formed with someone already in the team. It is claimed the officer subsequently made false statements about their military service to influence an inspector's decision regarding their reassignment. The hearing, scheduled for October 12-16, will examine breaches of authority, respect, honesty, and discreditable conduct.
