A female police officer pinched a female PCSO’s bottom after putting her hand beneath the colleague’s coat — but a misconduct panel ruled the behaviour did not justify dismissal. PC Chenise Austin, of Avon and Somerset Constabulary, was accused of four incidents of unwanted physical conduct towards a Police Community Support Officer identified as Ms… Continue reading Female PC Pinched Female Pcso’s Bottom — But Panel Ruled It Was Not Gross Misconduct
- Misconduct Outcome Stats:
- 41.9% have the LQC's name published
- 96.4% of allegations proven
- 76.8% of officers dismissed
Avon & Somerset Constabulary Misconduct News
Avon & Somerset Constabulary
This archive brings together misconduct hearings, disciplinary outcomes and criminal cases involving officers from Avon and Somerset Police. It includes reporting on hearings, published outcomes, and related court proceedings, along with indexed data on cases over time.
Female PC Pinched Female Pcso’s Bottom — But Panel Ruled It Was Not Gross Misconduct
Police Officers Used ‘Vile’ Language About Mentally Unwell Man But Faced No Disciplinary Action
Warning: Offensive/discriminatory language. # Panel Rejects Claim Officers Mocked Mentally Unwell Man After Force Pursued Gross Misconduct Case A misconduct panel has rejected claims that two Avon and Somerset Police officers mocked a man because of his mental ill health, despite finding that both used inappropriate and offensive language after his arrest. PC Marc Daly… Continue reading Police Officers Used ‘Vile’ Language About Mentally Unwell Man But Faced No Disciplinary Action
Former PC Abbiegail Lewis Called Mentally Unwell Man A ‘Little C***t’ After Violent Arrest*
Warning: Offensive/discriminatory language. Former PC Called Arrested Man A ‘Little Cunt’ During Conversation Caught On Bodycam A former Avon and Somerset Police officer breached professional standards after calling a man a “little cunt” following a difficult arrest, a misconduct panel has found. Former PC Abbiegail Lewis made the comment during a private conversation with another… Continue reading Former PC Abbiegail Lewis Called Mentally Unwell Man A ‘Little C***t’ After Violent Arrest*
Sex Claims, Racism Rows, Lies To Bosses And A Child Image Conviction: More Than A Dozen Police Officers From Ten Forces Face Misconduct Hearings In One Week
Sex assault allegations at a leisure venue, racist WhatsApp-style messages, dishonesty over fitness tests, vetting failures, misuse of police systems and a child image conviction were all examined in one extraordinary week of misconduct hearings spanning forces across England. More than a dozen police officers from at least ten forces faced misconduct hearings within the… Continue reading Sex Claims, Racism Rows, Lies To Bosses And A Child Image Conviction: More Than A Dozen Police Officers From Ten Forces Face Misconduct Hearings In One Week
Ex-cop Sent Explicit Sex Messages After Telling Woman He Was A Police Officer – But Avoids Sanction After Quitting Force
A former Avon and Somerset Police officer sent graphic sexual messages to a woman after identifying himself as a police constable, a misconduct hearing has ruled – but he escaped any sanction after resigning the day before proceedings began. Former PC George Thompson faced an Accelerated Misconduct Hearing over sexually explicit Snapchat messages sent to… Continue reading Ex-cop Sent Explicit Sex Messages After Telling Woman He Was A Police Officer – But Avoids Sanction After Quitting Force
Misconduct Hearings Today – Tuesday 3 February 2026
Police officers accused of sexual assault, harassment, dishonesty, misuse of force and serious safeguarding failures are facing misconduct hearings today with some allegations dating back more than four years. A string of officers from forces across England, including the Metropolitan Police Service and Avon & Somerset Constabulary, are due to appear before misconduct panels today… Continue reading Misconduct Hearings Today – Tuesday 3 February 2026
Avon and Somerset: PC Tyler Irving Who Mocked Disabled Detainee Sacked
A police officer who hurled a string of vile insults at a suicidal and disabled woman has been dismissed without notice after a misconduct hearing ruled his behaviour was “gross misconduct”. PC Tyler Irving repeatedly degraded the vulnerable detainee, known as Ms A, while supervising her under constant observation in custody in May 2024. The… Continue reading Avon and Somerset: PC Tyler Irving Who Mocked Disabled Detainee Sacked
Avon and Somerset: PC Daniel Fortune Who Left Woman Seriously Injured Keeps Job with Final Warning
A police officer who crashed into a member of the public at 68mph while running a red light has avoided dismissal and instead been handed a five-year Final Written Warning. PC Daniel Fortune of Avon and Somerset Police caused serious injuries to a female driver, known as Ms A, after he ploughed through a red… Continue reading Avon and Somerset: PC Daniel Fortune Who Left Woman Seriously Injured Keeps Job with Final Warning
Moonlighting Cop Sacked After Working Engineering Job While Suspended
“Deliberately disobeying the written orders of the Chief Constable requires a sanction which protects public confidence in the reputation of policing.” A police sergeant from Avon and Somerset Constabulary has been dismissed without notice after defying explicit instructions from the Chief Constable by taking up a paid engineering job while suspended. Sergeant Christopher Tearle was… Continue reading Moonlighting Cop Sacked After Working Engineering Job While Suspended
Avon and Somerset: PC Liam Reakes Resigns Before Dismissal for Faking Work Through Keyboard Manipulation”
A disgraced police officer who deliberately faked computer activity to appear as though he was working has been permanently barred from returning to policing. PC Liam Reakes, who was stationed in Yeovil, resigned before facing an accelerated misconduct hearing but has since been placed on the College of Policing’s barred list. The hearing, held on… Continue reading Avon and Somerset: PC Liam Reakes Resigns Before Dismissal for Faking Work Through Keyboard Manipulation”
Avon & Somerset: PC Louis Cosway Dismissed for Taking Paid Side Hustles Without Force Permission
A student police officer has been dismissed after taking on two paid jobs while on long-term sick leave without the necessary permission from his force. PC Louis Cosway, who was based in Bristol with Avon and Somerset Police, was found to have committed gross misconduct and will now be placed on the national barred list,… Continue reading Avon & Somerset: PC Louis Cosway Dismissed for Taking Paid Side Hustles Without Force Permission
Cop Who Ploughed Through Red Light at 70mph Seriously Injured Woman – PC Daniel Fortune Spared Jail
“The serious injuries sustained by the member of the public due to PC Fortune’s manner of driving will have lasting consequences for the woman and were avoidable” An Avon and Somerset Police constable has avoided immediate jail time after seriously injuring a civilian in a crash while answering an emergency call. PC Daniel Fortune, 41,… Continue reading Cop Who Ploughed Through Red Light at 70mph Seriously Injured Woman – PC Daniel Fortune Spared Jail
Two Special Constables Resign After Racist Homophobic and Misogynistic Whatsapp Messages Probe
Two former Special Constables with 38yrs service have been barred from policing following an accelerated misconduct hearing held at Police Headquarters today (Friday 10 June). Both Special Constables had already resigned prior to the hearing, which was chaired by Gwent Police Chief Constable Pam Kelly. The panel found gross misconduct was proven and ruled they… Continue reading Two Special Constables Resign After Racist Homophobic and Misogynistic Whatsapp Messages Probe
Case Against PC Serbanescu Not Proven
The panel, led by an independent, legally-qualified chair, found that the appropriate authority had not proven the case against PC Serbanescu. The full outcome will be published in due course.
Misconduct Hearing For Former Special Constable Who Its Claimed Slashed Her Partners Car Tyre
On the 8th of March 2021, Avon and Somerset Constabulary will hold a Misconduct Hearing under the provisions of the Police (Conduct) regulations 2020. This hearing will be heard virtually using Microsoft Teams. It is alleged that Former SPC ‘X’ breached the Standards of Professional Behaviour as set out in Regulation 5 and Schedule 2… Continue reading Misconduct Hearing For Former Special Constable Who Its Claimed Slashed Her Partners Car Tyre
Chief Constable Marsh Sacks PC Calling his Conduct Disgraceful
On 10th February 2021 at 9AM at Avon and Somerset Police Headquarters, Valley Road, Portishead, BS20 8QJ a Misconduct Hearing under the provisions of the Police (Conduct) Regulations 2020 took place in relation to Police Constable A. This Hearing was heard virtually using Microsoft Teams. It was alleged PC A has breached the Standards of… Continue reading Chief Constable Marsh Sacks PC Calling his Conduct Disgraceful
Misconduct Hearing for Detective X Who Faces Many Allegations That His Behaviour Was Predatory, Intrusive and Inappropriate
On 15th February 2021 at 10am at Kenneth Steele House a Misconduct Hearing under the provisions of the Police (Conduct) Regulations 2012 will take place in relation to Detective Constable X. This Hearing will be a hybrid hearing, in which the panel and witnesses appear in person, and the public and press appear remotely. It… Continue reading Misconduct Hearing for Detective X Who Faces Many Allegations That His Behaviour Was Predatory, Intrusive and Inappropriate
Misconduct Hearing For Cop Whos Its Claimed Had Relationship With Person He Met In The Course of His Duties
On 10th February 2021 at 9AM at Avon and Somerset Police Headquarters, Valley Road, Portishead, BS20 8QJ a Misconduct Hearing under the provisions of the Police (Conduct) Regulations 2020 will take place in relation to Police Constable A. This Hearing will be heard virtually using Microsoft Teams. It is alleged PC A has breached the… Continue reading Misconduct Hearing For Cop Whos Its Claimed Had Relationship With Person He Met In The Course of His Duties
