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Scotland Yard Officer Faces Misconduct Hearing for 2015 Shooting

5/13/2025

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A Scotland Yard firearms officer, identified as W80, is set to face a misconduct hearing this October for the 2015 shooting of gangster Jermaine Baker during a prison break attempt in north London. Although an independent inquiry ruled the shooting lawful, W80's future hangs in the balance, with potential dismissal looming if gross misconduct is proven. The case has sparked worries about the toll prolonged investigations take on officer welfare.

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A Scotland Yard firearms officer, identified as W80, is set to face a misconduct hearing this October for the 2015 shooting of gangster Jermaine Baker during a prison break attempt in north London. Although an independent inquiry ruled the shooting lawful, W80's future hangs in the balance, with potential dismissal looming if gross misconduct is proven. The case has sparked worries about the toll prolonged investigations take on officer welfare.