Operation Forbes – IOPC concludes investigation concerning alleged discrimination at Cleveland Police

Key findings

• The tribunal concluded that a police constable was subjected to racial discrimination.
• The IOPC identified 24 allegations of racial discrimination and victimisation.
• Statements and interviews were analysed from officers and witnesses.
• Documentary evidence including emails and CCTV was reviewed.
• The original statement from the employment tribunal was used as the complainant did not engage with the investigation.
• There was insufficient evidence of misconduct for any individual officer.

Outcome

The investigation concluded that there is insufficient evidence for a case to answer for misconduct or gross misconduct for any individual officer.