The concept of 'two-tier policing' has gained traction in the UK following the murder of Henry Nowak, with the US government also weighing in on the criticism. The term suggests that police actions disproportionately disadvantage white people, but data discredits these claims.
The notion first emerged in far-right circles before being amplified by some politicians and media outlets. It gained mainstream attention after the death of Henry Nowak, a white man, which sparked allegations of biased policing.
However, official statistics show no evidence of systemic bias against white individuals in police actions. Independent reviews have consistently found that police decisions are based on threat assessments and legal criteria rather than race.
The spread of the myth has been fueled by social media and selective reporting, but experts warn it undermines trust in law enforcement. The UK government has rejected the claims, reaffirming that policing is applied equally to all.
