Wiltshire Police officer banned after making sexualised comments to female colleague
John Brixey resigned in November.
A Wiltshire Police officer has been banned from ever policing again, after making sexualised comments to a female colleague.
Between June and August last year, John Brixey made several comments to an officer under his direct supervision.
He resigned in November.
In a statement, Deputy Chief Constable Paul Mills said Mr Brixey's "inappropriate behaviour" went against the "core values" of Wiltshire Police.
He said: “Mr Brixey’s actions breached the high standards of professional behaviour we expect from all of our officers and staff. I would like to apologise on behalf of the Force to the officer who Mr Brixey directed his inappropriate behaviour towards, as well as anybody else affected by his actions. His actions, on multiple occasions between June and August 2022, go against the values at the core of our organisation. There is no place in Wiltshire Police for anyone who conducts themselves in this manner, and although Mr Brixey had already resigned, he will also be placed on the national barred list which will ensure he will not be able to work in policing in future.
“I appreciate that news of Mr Brixey’s conduct will understandably cause concern within our communities. We are committed to ensuring every single member of our organisation maintains the highest standards of behaviour when carrying out their duties, and we will act robustly if this is found to not be the case.
“Further, I would encourage any member of the community who may have concerns about the conduct or professionalism of any of my officers or staff to contact the Force Professional Standards Department via 101 or our website, CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or the Independent Office for Police Conduct via their website here Independent Office for Police Conduct.”