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Police Sergeant Dismissed for Inappropriate Sexual Comments

12/3/2025

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Terry Mayers, a sergeant with Greater Manchester Police, was dismissed for gross misconduct after inappropriate comments to three female colleagues.
Described as exemplary, Mayers subjected three female colleagues to persistent sexual remarks and requests for revealing photos.
A misconduct panel found the behavior violated the Equality Act and damaged public trust and the police force's reputation, while Mayers admitted making comments but denied gross misconduct and appealed.

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Story summary

Terry Mayers, a sergeant with Greater Manchester Police, was dismissed for gross misconduct after inappropriate comments to three female colleagues.
Described as exemplary, Mayers subjected three female colleagues to persistent sexual remarks and requests for revealing photos.
A misconduct panel found the behavior violated the Equality Act and damaged public trust and the police force's reputation, while Mayers admitted making comments but denied gross misconduct and appealed.