Two PSNI officers dismissed for recording vulnerable individuals

Two Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) officers have been dismissed following an investigation by the Police Ombudsman that revealed they captured footage of vulnerable individuals without consent over a five-year period.

According to the watchdog, the improper recordings took place inside private residences, medical facilities, and police vehicles. The investigation established that the officers engaged in unauthorized filming and subsequently shared the media alongside derogatory commentary.

Following the completion of disciplinary proceedings, senior leadership within the PSNI ordered the immediate dismissal of both officers. The police oversight body confirmed the actions constituted severe misconduct, leading to the termination of their service.

Sources: The Journal