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Story summary
- Brian Sharkey, a former Metropolitan Police officer, was found guilty of gross misconduct for making inappropriate comments about rape and sexual assault during undercover footage aired by BBC Panorama.
- The tribunal ruled his remarks undermined public trust in policing, especially on violence against women.
- Sharkey said his comments were misunderstood and intended to illustrate trivializing serious issues.
- Seven officers were dismissed for similar misconduct after the investigation, and the hearing continues.
