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Former South Yorkshire officer jailed for supplying drugs following investigation directed by IOPC

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2022-05-27
Investigation type
directed
Force involved
South Yorkshire Police

What was investigated

A former South Yorkshire Police officer was sentenced to two years in jail after admitting to supplying drugs to the public. The investigation, under the guidance of the IOPC, revealed he dealt class B drugs while employed as a police officer.

Key findings

  • The officer dealt class B drugs while on duty.
  • He was found with cannabis valued at £435.
  • He was arrested during a stop of a vehicle he was driving.
  • CCTV footage linked him to the drug supply.
  • Mobile phone analysis showed arrangements for supplying drugs while on duty.
  • Charges of possession of criminal property were withdrawn.
  • He had previously been suspended for unauthorized computer checks.
  • He was subsequently dismissed for misconduct.

Outcome

The investigation led to the officer being convicted and sentenced, reflecting severe consequences for police misconduct.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.