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Can I make a compensation claim against West Midlands Police?
A former West Midlands Police Constable was sentenced to four years in prison for illegally accessing sensitive police data and sharing it with her boyfriend, a known criminal. The police officer, who resigned in July 2021, was convicted of misconduct in public office after pleading guilty in March 2023. Her actions, carried out between August 2017 and April 2021, involved accessing confidential police systems to provide her boyfriend with information on investigations and police operations. Some of these checks were done at his request.
The investigation, led by the West Midlands Police Anti-Corruption Unit and overseen by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), began in November 2020 after a referral from the police. The Constable’s betrayal of trust was described as “corrupt and criminal,” with IOPC officials stressing that such behaviour has no place in policing.
Additionally, the police officer’s boyfriend, was also sentenced to four years in prison for encouraging or assisting crimes based on the information he received.
Our specialist solicitors are experienced in handling claims against the police and recovering compensation on behalf of those who have been wronged. Among the cases we have dealt with have been successful compensation claims for individuals who have suffered due to police misconduct.
So, if you have been affected by the actions of West Midlands Police, reach out to us for a free consultation to see if you are eligible for compensation.