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5-Day Summary
Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ Open map
M999ID-80476(Anonymous) Hearing Dates 20-29th May 2024 – Metropolitan Police Service,
It is alleged that between 18 January and 13 February 2019, the officer viewed a criminal intelligence report relating to a neighbour three times, and on the 6 and 7 April 2019, the officer viewed a crime report in relation to the same neighbour and investigation. The officer was not involved in the investigation and should not have viewed either report.
It is also alleged that between March 2019 and December 2020, in his role as a community engagement officer, he continued an improper relationship with a member of staff at the Algerian Embassy after his involvement in an investigation had concluded. This contact was not correctly reported or recorded.
It is also alleged that between 29 March and 22 June 2019, the officer passed information to members of staff at the Algerian Embassy without a proper policing purpose and should not have done so.
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Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am (Location unknown)
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
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Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am King’s House Conference Centre, 245 Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AZ Open map
S/Sgt Peter Charles – Bedfordshire Police,
Allegation 1
It is alleged that on 8 June 2023 Special Sergeant Peter Charles acted without honesty and integrity and failed to abide by force policy, in that he instructed and/or encouraged Officer A to:
- Conceal the fact she was in possession of PAVA spray otherwise than in accordance with the Bedfordshire Incapacitant Spray Policy
- Covertly return the PAVA spray to police premises; and/or
- Provide a dishonest account if challenged about either of the above.
Allegation 2
It is alleged that on 8 June 2023 Special Sergeant Peter Charles failed to challenge improper conduct, in that he failed to challenge and/or report Officer A for possession of PAVA spray otherwise than in accordance with Bedfordshire Incapacitant Spray Policy.
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Thu 30th May 2024, 10:00am (Location unknown)
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
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Thu 30th May 2024, 9:00am Misconduct Hearing Suite, Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8NJ Open map
SC Alfie Webb – Metropolitan Police Service,
It is alleged that on the 3 of July 2022, whilst on duty, Special Police Constable Alfie Webb drove a police vehicle at significant high speeds and used the emergency warning equipment for non-policing purposes. SPC Webb was not trained to use such equipment or drive in such manner.
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Fri 31st May 2024, 10:00am (Location unknown)
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
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Fri 31st May 2024, 10:00am Clift Suite, Kent Police Force Headquarters, Thames Way, Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent
DC Jessica Covey – Thames Valley Police,
In April 2023, on a night out while off duty and in drink, the former officer became involved in an incident which resulted in her pulling a female to the ground by her hair.
In December 2023 the former officer pleaded guilty at court to a public order offence and received a Conditional Discharge for 12 months plus costs.
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Hearings List (5 days)
Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
M999ID-80476(Anonymous) Hearing Dates 20-29th May 2024 – Metropolitan Police Service,
Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ Open map
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Honesty and integrity
- Orders and instructions
- Duties and responsibilities
- Confidentiality
Held in public.
It is alleged that between 18 January and 13 February 2019, the officer viewed a criminal intelligence report relating to a neighbour three times, and on the 6 and 7 April 2019, the officer viewed a crime report in relation to the same neighbour and investigation. The officer was not involved in the investigation and should not have viewed either report.
It is also alleged that between March 2019 and December 2020, in his role as a community engagement officer, he continued an improper relationship with a member of staff at the Algerian Embassy after his involvement in an investigation had concluded. This contact was not correctly reported or recorded.
It is also alleged that between 29 March and 22 June 2019, the officer passed information to members of staff at the Algerian Embassy without a proper policing purpose and should not have done so.
Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
(Location unknown)
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Authority, respect and courtesy
- Orders and instructions
- Conduct
It is not currently known whether the hearing is to be held in private or public.
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
Wed 29th May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
S/Sgt Peter Charles – Bedfordshire Police,
King’s House Conference Centre, 245 Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9AZ Open map
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Honesty and integrity
- Orders and instructions
- Challenging and reporting improper conduct
Held in public.
Allegation 1
It is alleged that on 8 June 2023 Special Sergeant Peter Charles acted without honesty and integrity and failed to abide by force policy, in that he instructed and/or encouraged Officer A to:
- Conceal the fact she was in possession of PAVA spray otherwise than in accordance with the Bedfordshire Incapacitant Spray Policy
- Covertly return the PAVA spray to police premises; and/or
- Provide a dishonest account if challenged about either of the above.
Allegation 2
It is alleged that on 8 June 2023 Special Sergeant Peter Charles failed to challenge improper conduct, in that he failed to challenge and/or report Officer A for possession of PAVA spray otherwise than in accordance with Bedfordshire Incapacitant Spray Policy.
Thu 30th May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
(Location unknown)
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Authority, respect and courtesy
- Orders and instructions
- Conduct
It is not currently known whether the hearing is to be held in private or public.
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
Thu 30th May 2024, 9:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
SC Alfie Webb – Metropolitan Police Service,
Misconduct Hearing Suite, Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London SE1 8NJ Open map
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Conduct
Held in public.
It is alleged that on the 3 of July 2022, whilst on duty, Special Police Constable Alfie Webb drove a police vehicle at significant high speeds and used the emergency warning equipment for non-policing purposes. SPC Webb was not trained to use such equipment or drive in such manner.
Fri 31st May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
PC Adam Ellingford and SC John Holden – West Mercia Police,
(Location unknown)
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Authority, respect and courtesy
- Orders and instructions
- Conduct
It is not currently known whether the hearing is to be held in private or public.
On 12 October 2022 whilst off duty, PC Ellingford and SC Holden met up with work colleagues, including former police officer Mr. Sneade, for a social outing in Shrewsbury town centre.
Whilst at a bar called Alberts Shed, an incident occurred between SC Holden and Mr. Sneade, which took them both outside of Albert’s Shed. SC Holden’s head was bleeding and when PC Ellingford came outside, Mr. Sneade was on the floor vomiting. A female member of the public (Person A) approached PC Ellingford and referring to Mr. Sneade, said he should be put in the recovery position. PC Ellingford told her they were off-duty police officers and both he and SC Holden told her to leave. A heated conversation continued between PC Ellingford and Person A, that resulted in him taking hold of her right arm and telling her she was being arrested for a Section 5 Public Order offence. SC Holden took hold of Person A’s left arm and she was pulled to the ground. An off-duty security officer and two on-duty security officers immediately intervened and moved him and PC Ellingford away from Person A.
Fri 31st May 2024, 10:00am |
View on Misconduct 999 |
DC Jessica Covey – Thames Valley Police,
Clift Suite, Kent Police Force Headquarters, Thames Way, Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent
Standards of professional behavior that have allegedly been breached
- Conduct
Held in public.
In April 2023, on a night out while off duty and in drink, the former officer became involved in an incident which resulted in her pulling a female to the ground by her hair.
In December 2023 the former officer pleaded guilty at court to a public order offence and received a Conditional Discharge for 12 months plus costs.
