A statement in response to findings issued today, Thursday, 12th February, from a Police Ombudsman Office investigation into the conduct of two officers.
Chief Superintendent Stephen Murray, head of the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Professional Standards Department, said: “We welcome the Police Ombudsman office investigation into these matters as we expect our officers to act with professionalism and integrity at all times.
“As a result of these investigations, two constables were provided with final written warnings, alongside management advice for a sergeant. These outcomes were decided by a Misconduct Panel, which included a layperson. The panels considered the full circumstances of the cases and the mitigation presented.
“Where the conduct of an officer is alleged to have fallen short of these high standards, as identified in these cases, it is right that they should face an impartial, thorough enquiry by the Police Ombudsman’s office and the relevant misconduct proceedings progressed.
“The misconduct findings by the Panels confirm that actions of these officers do not represent the expectations of the Police Service of Northern Ireland or the victims in these cases.”