AN Essex Police officer has been issued with a final written warning, following allegations he breached the standards of professional behaviour in relation to conduct.
It was alleged that Police Constable Terique McHayle had posted inappropriate content on his social media channels.
A Misconduct Hearing, which was chaired by Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington concluded on Friday, 22 December.
PC McHayle was found to have breached the standards of conduct.
He was issued with a final written warning for three years.
Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington said “PC McHayle fully accepted that what he posted on his social media was inappropriate and apologised for his actions from the start. It did fall below the standards we expect of our officers and staff but given the circumstances it was right that he was given the serious sanction of a final written warning.
“Pc McHayle knows he has been given a final chance for the serious error of judgement he made.”
“When going through training, our officers are given guidance around how to properly conduct themselves on social media as they are representatives of Essex Police both inside and outside of work.
“I hope that those who read this recognise that we set and expect the highest standards, but where in exceptional circumstances officers make a mistake, they will if appropriate be given a chance to redeem themselves.”
