A serving female police officer with the Metropolitan Police is at the centre of a formal gross misconduct investigation following serious allegations of a sustained and vicious bullying campaign against a more junior colleague.
The probe, launched by the force's Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS), centres on claims the officer engaged in a campaign of belittling and intimidating behaviour. The alleged victim, who has not been named, reported the behaviour, prompting the high-level internal investigation.
A Scotland Yard spokesman confirmed the investigation, stating: "We can confirm that a serving officer is subject to a Directorate of Professional Standards investigation relating to allegations of bullying. The officer has been advised that they are subject to a gross misconduct investigation."
While the specifics of the allegations remain confidential, sources suggest the behaviour was persistent and has had a significant impact on the welfare of the individual involved. The case highlights ongoing concerns about workplace culture within the police force and the mechanisms for reporting inappropriate behaviour by senior staff.
The investigation is ongoing, and no formal findings have been made. If the allegations are proven, the officer could face dismissal from the force.
