Identification and arrest: specialists who lead their field

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IOPC confirms gross misconduct hearing bid against officer W80 - IOPC pushes for another force to hold the misconduct hearing in light of the time passed from the original incident 13 years ago but Met looks like it will resist.

GMP Specials given Level 2 public order training to provide back up - Deployment is partly designed to reduce the number of rest days that need to be cancelled.

Ombudsman calls for armed response officers to have head-mounted cameras - The kit would ensure improved footage of weapons discharges, including tasers, the Police Ombudsman has recommended.

Forces refuse Met mutual aid request amid armed officer shortage - The force sought outside help after a number of AFOs handed in their weapons following the news that an officer has been charged with the murder of Chris Kaba.

Identification and arrest: specialists who lead their field

Two specialist officers who excel in identifying and arresting nominals had their work acknowledged at this week's MPS Excellence Awards. Police Oracle talks to both of them.

Date - 23rd September 2021
By - Gary Mason

PC Steve Vella has identified more suspects than any other individual in the MPS and is responsible for more than 18% of all identifications within the Central Image Investgation Unit where he works. The unit stores all suspect images derived from...

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IOPC confirms gross misconduct hearing bid against officer W80

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