Hero Police Officer Reveals Fears after being Sacked For Tackling Teen

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An acclaimed cops officer who was sacked for a 'absence of regard' after jailing a knife-carrying teenager has declared the legend has actually left him fretting about whether he can 'pay his.

An acclaimed police officer who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after jailing a knife-carrying teenager has declared the saga has left him stressing over whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.


The stunning footage demonstrates how PC Lorne Castle grabbed the 15-year-old boy, who was presumed of attack, and pushed him into a wall before slamming him into the ground and proceeding to put his hand over the youth's face while shouting hazards and curse words.


During the commotion a Stanley-type knife fell out of the teenager's waistband.


PC Castle, 46, was dismissed from Dorset Police over the Bournemouth arrest, sparking a wave of criticism as it emerged the teen was believed of attacking two people including an elderly gentlemen.


He has now lifted the lid on a headache 16 months which he said 'might have broken him' - as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper deals with contacts us to step in.


The police officer told GB News: 'I entered into police 9 or ten years ago. Prior to that, I remained in the sports market, went to Bournemouth University where I did law.


'I have actually had a positive life and am pleased and proceed with individuals. The in 2015 and a half, when they have actually put me on restricted tasks, I'm not permitted face-to-face contact with individuals.


'I'm isolated. I don't understand whether I'm going to be able to pay the mortgage and bring cash home till I see how this goes.'


Award-winning law enforcement officer PC Castle, who was sacked for a 'absence of regard' after apprehending a knife-carrying teen, has claimed the saga left him having a hard time to 'pay his mortgage'


PC Castle detained the 15-year-old boy in Bournemouth in January last year on suspicion of assault


PC Castle likewise provided an insight into what was going through his head throughout the occurrence, which led to him being condemned of gross misbehavior.


'My intent was to jail a potentially violent suspect without injuries,' he stated. 'He was detained, no injuries and no problem, and a knife was gotten rid of from the street.


'It's not a great scenario for anybody to be in ... other officers have actually remained in that situation which's why I am here now. Any error, time out or hesitation can have significant results.


'My objective was great and that's why I have kept my innocence, since I know my own mindset.


'If I understand it can be analysed like a sport, armchair critiquing, some time down the line, it's gon na make you pause. Whether that's great or bad it needs to be taken a look at.'


It follows Dorset Police released the complete bodycam footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, allowing the public to evaluate the chaotic episode for themselves.


Following the arrest PC Castle's coworkers reported issues about his conduct to senior officers, triggering a 16-month examination and gross misconduct procedures.


A misbehavior panel last week discovered PC Castle made the boy feel 'scared and daunted' and revealed him a 'lack of courtesy and regard' during the arrest in January in 2015.


The officer (envisioned) was dismissed after he was accused of showing a lack of courtesy and regard to a knife-carrying teenager he detained for attack


During the arrest PC Castle could be seen putting his turn over the kids head and sitting on top of him


He stated on Tuesday that he has actually been assisted out by a strong support group as he waits to see if he is entitled to an appeal


The officer admitted that he 'lost control' during the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a police disciplinary hearing.


The panel, led by Wiltshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Deborah Smith, discovered him guilty of gross misconduct.


They said he stopped working to show self-control, did not deal with the young boy with courtesy or regard which his 'yelling, swearing, finger pointing, grabbing the young boy's face recommended usage of leg restraints was not necessary, affordable or proportionate'.


It was declared the officer likewise got the boy's throat but this was not proven.


PC Castle was dismissed without notification and disallowed from serving again.


The bodycam video footage revealed how PC Castle was the first out of the police car before putting the kid to the wall and then pressing him to the ground while shouting: 'You're under arrest'.


While on top of the teen on the ground, he then yelled: 'Get on the ground. Get down. Get down.


'Show me your f *** ing hands, now. Put your f *** ing hands behind your [back]'


The teen, who is clearly distressed, screams and informed PC Castle 'I can't' - as the officer is on top of him.


PC Castle's female coworker can then by heard trying to intervene to de-escalate the scenario, however Castle would not be stopped.


While pointing his finger into the teen's face, he shouted: 'Right, listen, stop shouting like a little b ****. Do you understand that? Stop talking.'


PC Castle is seen minutes after leaving his patrol vehicle as he takes the youth to the ground


As PC Castle screamed at the kid, he ended up being significantly distressed, shouting, sobbing and appearing to struggle to breathe


He continues: 'Roll over. Right, you try withstanding once again, do you understand? Right, stopped talking.


'If you attempt withstanding one more time - right get your f *** ing hands behind your back, do you comprehend?


'One hand at a time! One hand at a time. Stop screaming.'


Speaking into his radio PC Castle then asks for another system to be sent over since the suspect is 'being a little b ****.'


He then begins chewing out the young boy once again, while still on top of him on the ground, and pointing into his face.


'Right, stop resisting or I'm going to smash you. Do you understand? Put your hands behind your back.'


PC Castle then informs members of the public who are viewing on: 'Return, now.'


He puts his hands on top of the kid's face, triggering him to weep out in what seems pain.


He yells: 'You are under arrest at the minute on suspicion of assault. Right do stagnate.'


It is simply 90 seconds after PC Castle opened the car door. Throughout the arrest, the 15-year-old could be heard yelling and shouting 'what have I done wrong?'. At one point he starts weeping and seems struggling to draw breath.


PC Castle (right) won an award for saving a person from drowning, as well as formerly being called Neighbourhood Law enforcement officer of the Year


Colleagues worried by PC Castle's behaviour during the arrest reported him to senior officers


Fury as cops officer is sacked after showing knife teenager 'lack of courtesy and regard' on arrest


On the day of the arrest, the panel heard that the kid was presumed of attacking a senior male while riding an e-scooter before getting involved in a fracas with another youth outside McDonalds.


PC Castle, who has two times won a nationwide bravery award consisting of one for saving an elderly woman from drowning in an inflamed river in 2023, identified the suspect walking up Richmond Hill in Bournemouth before the stop.


His associate tried to step in to calm the circumstance numerous times but was all however disregarded by PC Castle, video footage programs.


Giving evidence, PC Castle said he ended up being 'overwhelmed and scared' when the young boy resisted as his mind flashed back to his arrest of a county lines drug dealership 18 months earlier which led him fearing for his life.


As the officer had problem with the dealership, his associate who was supported was being told to 'cut him' - before an off-duty officer intervened to safeguard him.


PC Castle admitted he had overstepped the mark with his language and aggression and broke down in tears as he stated: 'I'm humiliated by the video and I apologise for my actions.


'Anyone who knows me in public or private life knows that is not how I act. When he started shrieking and resisting I worried and became overloaded.


'I did not choke the suspect and I did not get him in a headlock. I was trying to keep his head still with the palm of my hand so he did not hit his head.


'I did not put my full weight on him as my knees were on the concrete. I just used sufficient weight to keep his body still.


PC Lorne Castle admitted that he 'lost control' during the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a police disciplinary hearing


'During the arrest I saw the knife fall out of his waistband so he was arrested for a knife offence. I think the arrest needed to be made however I lost control of the scenario.'


Mark Ley Morgan, representing Dorset Police at the hearing, said the knife was not appropriate as PC Castle did not understand the boy had it when making the arrest.


Mr Morgan stated: 'PC Castle breached standards of expert behaviour by failing to act with self control and failing to treat him with courtesy or respect.


'He abused his power and authority and his behaviour weakened confidence in the police.


'It was completely unneeded and disproportionate, and it is so serious that termination would be justified.'


'PC Castle has let the authorities service and his associates down and he does not represent the many hard-working officers and staff of Dorset Police.


'The outcome shows the seriousness of this matter and guarantees that he will no longer hold a function in policing and the privilege of constable.


'I am grateful to the officers for having the nerve to do the right thing and report their concerns about PC Castle's actions.'


After the hearing, Dorset Police Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell acknowledged that officers did a 'difficult task' however stated PC Castle let the force down by his actions.


She said: 'I have never remained in any doubt that PC Castle's actions were extreme, aggressive and unsuitable and I can understand the neighborhoods we serve will be concerned about this case.


PC Castle (right), imagined with his better half Denise, accepts he committed misbehavior but denies his behaviour amounted to gross misbehavior


But the judgment proved divisive with lots of reacting online and speaking out in assistance of the officer.


Norman Brennan, a retired authorities officer and creator of the campaign group Protect the Protectors, accused Dorset Police of throwing PC Castle 'under a bus'.


He said: 'Senior officers at Dorset Police have actually departed of their senses. This choice epitomises how they have lost touch with the danger and reality of frontline policing. It is bloody madness.


'Police officers when facing unpredictable or violent circumstances will at times swear and utilize some unsavoury words.


'All arrests involve some kind of force and pushing someone even in the face during a struggle is not always deliberate and even if it is its part and parcel in numerous arrests when limiting a suspect. No arrest lacks some sort of force.


'I'm ill and sick of officers being disciplined for things like this and I think the majority of the general public would think this is absolutely bonkers.


'Many senior officers kowtow to the constant criticism of the police in a sort of appeasement and frequently throw officers under the bus or to the wolves as sacrificial lambs. Cases like this are more likely to prevent people from joining the authorities.'

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