The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has publicly apologised after one of its officers posted what has been described as "inappropriate" remarks on social media. The incident has drawn sharp criticism and renewed scrutiny over professional conduct within the force.
According to reports, the officer's comments were made in response to a post by journalist Rebecca Black. While the exact nature of the remarks has not been disclosed, the PSNI confirmed they fell short of expected standards.
Assistant Chief Constable Bobby Singleton acknowledged the incident, stating: "We are aware of a social media post by one of our officers which contained inappropriate content. This does not reflect the values of the PSNI, and we sincerely apologise for any offence caused."
The controversy has sparked debate about social media use by police personnel, with critics calling for stricter guidelines and accountability measures. Community representatives have expressed concern over how such incidents might affect public trust in law enforcement.
The PSNI has confirmed that the matter is being dealt with through internal procedures, though no further details about potential disciplinary action have been released.
