Hero Police Officer Reveals Fears after being Sacked For Tackling Teen

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An acclaimed cops officer who was sacked for a 'absence of regard' after detaining a knife-carrying teenager has declared the legend has actually left him stressing over whether he can 'pay his.

An acclaimed cops officer who was sacked for a 'absence of regard' after arresting a knife-carrying teenager has actually declared the saga has left him fretting about whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.


The stunning footage shows how PC Lorne Castle got the 15-year-old kid, who was believed of assault, and pressed him into a wall before slamming him into the ground and proceeding to place his hand over the youth's face while shouting dangers and curse words.


During the turmoil a Stanley-type knife fell out of the teen's waistband.


PC Castle, 46, was dismissed from Dorset Police over the Bournemouth arrest, triggering a wave of criticism as it emerged the teen was presumed of assaulting 2 individuals consisting of a senior gentlemen.


He has actually now raised the cover on a nightmare 16 months which he said 'could have broken him' - as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces contacts us to action in.


The law enforcement officer informed GB News: 'I entered into police nine or ten years back. Prior to that, I was in the sports market, went to Bournemouth University where I did law.


'I've had a confident life and enjoy and proceed with people. The last year and a half, when they have actually put me on restricted tasks, I'm not allowed in person contact with individuals.


'I'm separated. I don't understand whether I'm going to have the ability to pay the mortgage and bring money home till I see how this goes.'


Award-winning authorities officer PC Castle, who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after detaining a knife-carrying teenager, has actually claimed the saga left him struggling to 'pay his mortgage'


PC Castle apprehended the 15-year-old young boy in Bournemouth in January last year on suspicion of assault


PC Castle also gave an insight into what was going through his head during the incident, which resulted in him being condemned of gross misconduct.


'My intent was to arrest a potentially violent suspect without injuries,' he said. 'He was jailed, no injuries and no complaint, and a knife was eliminated from the street.


'It's not a good scenario for anyone to be in ... other officers have actually remained in that situation and that's why I am here now. Any error, pause or hesitation can have dramatic outcomes.


'My objective was good which's why I have actually maintained my innocence, due to the fact that I understand my own frame of mind.


'If I know it can be evaluated like a sport, armchair critiquing, a long time down the line, it's gon na make you pause. Whether that's good or bad it requires to be looked at.'


It comes after Dorset Police launched the full bodycam footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, allowing the public to judge the disorderly episode for themselves.


Following the arrest PC Castle's coworkers reported concerns about his conduct to senior officers, triggering a 16-month examination and gross misconduct proceedings.


A misconduct panel recently discovered PC Castle made the kid feel 'scared and daunted' and revealed him a 'lack of courtesy and regard' throughout the arrest in January last year.


The officer (envisioned) was dismissed after he was implicated of showing an absence of courtesy and respect to a knife-carrying teen he arrested for assault


During the arrest PC Castle might be seen placing his turn over the young boys head and sitting on top of him


He stated on Tuesday that he has been assisted by a strong support system as he waits to see if he is entitled to an appeal


The officer admitted that he 'lost control' during the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a police disciplinary hearing.


The panel, led by Wiltshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Deborah Smith, found him guilty of gross misconduct.


They said he failed to act with self-discipline, did not treat the boy with courtesy or regard and that his 'yelling, swearing, finger pointing, grabbing the young boy's face recommended use of leg restraints was not essential, affordable or proportionate'.


It was alleged the officer also got the kid's throat however this was not shown.


PC Castle was dismissed without notice and disallowed from serving again.


The bodycam video footage showed how PC Castle was the first out of the patrol vehicle before putting the young boy to the wall and after that pushing him to the ground while yelling: 'You're under arrest'.


While on top of the teenager on the ground, he then screamed: 'Get on the ground. Get down. Get down.


'Show me your f *** ing hands, now. Put your f *** ing hands behind your [back]'


The teen, who is clearly distressed, screams and told PC Castle 'I can't' - as the officer is on top of him.


PC Castle's female colleague can then by heard trying to step in to de-escalate the scenario, however Castle would not be stopped.


While pointing his finger into the teen's face, he screamed: 'Right, listen, stop screaming like a little b ****. Do you understand that? Shut up.'


PC Castle is seen moments after exiting his police car as he takes the youth to the ground


As PC Castle shouted at the kid, he became significantly distressed, shrieking, weeping and appearing to have a hard time to breathe


He continues: 'Roll over. Right, you try withstanding once again, do you comprehend? Right, shut up.


'If you attempt resisting one more time - right get your f *** ing hands behind your back, do you understand?


'One hand at a time! One hand at a time. Stop shouting.'


Speaking into his radio PC Castle then asks for another system to be sent over since the suspect is 'being a little b ****.'


He then begins chewing out the kid again, while still on top of him on the ground, and pointing into his face.


'Right, stop resisting or I'm going to smash you. Do you comprehend? Put your hands behind your back.'


PC Castle then informs members of the general public who are enjoying on: 'Return, now.'


He places his hands on top of the young boy's face, prompting him to weep out in what seems pain.


He shouts: 'You are under arrest at the minute on suspicion of attack. Right do not move.'


It is just 90 seconds after PC Castle opened the vehicle door. Throughout the arrest, the 15-year-old could be heard shrieking and shouting 'what have I done wrong?'. At one point he starts weeping and seems having a hard time to draw breath.


PC Castle (right) won an award for conserving an individual from drowning, as well as formerly being called Neighbourhood Law enforcement officer of the Year


Colleagues worried by PC Castle's behaviour throughout the arrest reported him to senior officers


Fury as law enforcement officers is sacked after showing knife teen 'absence of courtesy and regard' on arrest


On the day of the arrest, the panel heard that the young boy was thought of assaulting an elderly guy while riding an e-scooter before getting embroiled in a fracas with another youth outside McDonalds.


PC Castle, who has twice won a national bravery award consisting of one for saving an elderly lady from drowning in a swollen river in 2023, spotted the suspect walking up Richmond Hill in Bournemouth before the stop.


His coworker attempted to action in to soothe the scenario numerous times however was all but overlooked by PC Castle, video footage programs.


Giving proof, PC Castle said he became 'overwhelmed and frightened' when the boy resisted as his mind flashed back to his arrest of a county lines drug dealer 18 months previously which led him fearing for his life.


As the officer battled with the dealership, his associate who was backed up was being informed to 'cut him' - before an off-duty officer stepped in to defend him.


PC Castle admitted he had actually overstepped the mark with his language and hostility and broke down in tears as he said: 'I'm humiliated by the video and I apologise for my actions.


'Anyone who understands me in public or private life knows that is not how I act. When he started shrieking and withstanding I worried and ended up being overwhelmed.


'I did not choke the suspect and I did not get him in a headlock. I was attempting to keep his head still with the palm of my hand so he did not hit his head.


'I did not put my full weight on him as my knees were on the concrete. I only applied enough weight to keep his body still.


PC Lorne Castle admitted that he 'lost control' throughout the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a cops disciplinary hearing


'During the arrest I saw the knife fall out of his waistband so he was detained for a knife offence. I believe the arrest needed to be made but I lost control of the situation.'


Mark Ley Morgan, representing Dorset Police at the hearing, stated the knife was not relevant as PC Castle did not know the young boy had it when making the arrest.


Mr Morgan said: 'PC Castle breached standards of professional behaviour by failing to show self control and failing to treat him with courtesy or respect.


'He abused his power and authority and his behaviour undermined confidence in the cops.


'It was totally unnecessary and out of proportion, and it is so serious that dismissal would be warranted.'


'PC Castle has let the cops service and his associates down and he does not represent the many hard-working officers and personnel of Dorset Police.


'The result shows the seriousness of this matter and makes sure that he will no longer hold a function in policing and the benefit of constable.


'I am grateful to the officers for having the courage to do the best thing and report their issues about PC Castle's actions.'


After the hearing, Dorset Police Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell acknowledged that officers did a 'difficult task' but stated PC Castle let the force down by his actions.


She said: 'I have actually never remained in any doubt that PC Castle's actions were extreme, aggressive and unsuitable and I can comprehend the communities we serve will be worried about this case.


PC Castle (right), visualized with his partner Denise, accepts he devoted misbehavior however denies his behaviour amounted to gross misbehavior


But the judgment proved divisive with lots of reacting online and speaking out in support of the officer.


Norman Brennan, a retired policeman and founder of the project group Protect the Protectors, accused Dorset Police of throwing PC Castle 'under a bus'.


He said: 'Senior officers at Dorset Police have actually departed of their senses. This decision epitomises how they have actually lost touch with the danger and reality of frontline policing. It is bloody madness.


'Police officers when facing unstable or violent circumstances will sometimes swear and utilize some unsavoury words.


'All arrests involve some form of force and pressing somebody even in the face during a struggle is not always deliberate and even if it is its part and parcel in numerous arrests when restraining a suspect. No arrest is without some sort of force.


'I'm ill and sick of officers being disciplined for things like this and I think most of the general public would think this is definitely bonkers.


'Many senior officers kowtow to the continuous criticism of the police in a sort of appeasement and often throw officers under the bus or to the wolves as sacrificial lambs. Cases like this are more likely to hinder individuals from signing up with the police.'

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