A serving Metropolitan Police sergeant stationed at Charing Cross has been arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice.

Sergeant Arrested and Suspended

The officer, part of the Central West Basic Command Unit, was detained by the Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards on the evening of Thursday, 2 October.

He has since been bailed and suspended from duty pending investigation.

Incident Linked to BBC Panorama Revelations

The alleged offence occurred at Charing Cross Police Station on the same day and connects to issues uncovered in the recent BBC Panorama programme.

Details remain under wraps as the investigation continues, with the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) also informed and conducting an independent inquiry.

Met Vows Tough Action on Corruption

“We have been extremely clear we will be unrelenting in our approach to tackling issues at Charing Cross, and anywhere else across the Met,” said Deputy Assistant Commissioner Andy Valentine, responsible for Professionalism.

“This fresh matter came to light through our internal reporting mechanisms and we continue to encourage and support all our officers and staff to report allegations of criminal and conduct behaviour so we can act swiftly.”

“Professional standards officers immediately acted to make the arrest and the officer has been suspended from duty. We will not hesitate to take rapid action around any further allegations, as part of our deeper probe into corruption and ridding the Met of those who are not fit to serve the people of London.”

The Met Police continue their crackdown on internal corruption amid growing scrutiny of Charing Cross station’s conduct. More updates to follow as the probe unfolds.