Record rise in West Midlands Police officers being sacked due to misconduct - here's why
The number of misconduct hearings involving West Midlands Police officers being held has risen, resulting in more sackings.
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A report to the West Midlands Police (WMP) and Crime Panel said a drive to encourage a more open approach for reporting issues has resulted in year on year increases in the number of cases.
Figures show in 2021-22 there were 138 conduct cases recorded which rose to 240 the following year. In 2023-24, the data shows that 343 cases were recorded.
As a result of this, 39 officers were sacked in 2024 – a rise of 14 compared with 2023.
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster said a number of measures have been put in place within the force to tackle issues.
This includes investment in the Professional Standards Department (PSD) which now sees it staffed by 104 people – an increase of 35 from 2021.
