Rowley Criticizes Met Officers' Behavior, Defends Leadership
Sir Mark Rowley, the chief of the Metropolitan Police, has publicly condemned the behavior of his officers as "completely reprehensible" following a BBC Panorama investigation. While acknowledging the severity of the exposed misconduct, Rowley also defended his position as Met chief, asserting the force's commitment to protecting the public.
Panorama Investigation Reveals "Reprehensible" Behavior
The BBC Panorama investigation uncovered disturbing actions by Met Police officers, prompting strong condemnation from Sir Mark Rowley. He has taken swift action by suspending officers implicated in the investigation, stating that they are now on "a likely path to dismissal." The details of the investigation have not been included in the text provided.
Rowley Defends Leadership Amidst Public Concerns
Despite the scandal, Sir Mark Rowley has defended his leadership role, emphasizing the Metropolitan Police's dedication to serving and protecting the citizens of London. However, London Mayor Sadiq Khan expressed concerns that the revealed behavior may deter Londoners from reporting crimes. Khan stated that he maintains "full confidence" in Sir Mark Rowley. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer stated Rowley's response needs to be “very robust.”
Further Information and Resources
The original news event provided live coverage, now ended. For more detailed information, readers can access the key findings from Panorama's secret filming of Met Police officers and watch the full program on BBC iPlayer, which will also be repeated at 21:00 BST.
