A Leicestershire special police constable, Kayleigh-Mae Knight, has been dismissed without notice following a gross misconduct hearing.

Leicestershire Special Constable Dismissed for Misconduct

A Leicestershire special police constable, Kayleigh-Mae Knight, has been dismissed without notice following a gross misconduct hearing. The decision was made after it was found that she had breached multiple standards of professional behavior between January and September 2023.   

The misconduct involved taking four images of confidential information from police computer systems and sharing one of these images with two individuals outside of the police force. The shared image had no legitimate policing purpose.   

Chief Constable Rob Nixon expressed disappointment, stating that while Knight had shown remorse, her actions demonstrated a lack of care for confidential information. He emphasized the importance of protecting police data and the need for strict adherence to professional standards.

As a result of the misconduct, Knight has been added to the Police Barred List, preventing her from future employment within the police force.

Leicestershire Police has announced that a special police constable, Kayleigh-Mae Knight, is set to appear before an accelerated gross misconduct hearing on Monday, 2nd December 2024, at 1pm.

Leicestershire Special Constable Faces Gross Misconduct Hearing

Leicestershire Police has announced that a special police constable, Kayleigh-Mae Knight, is set to appear before an accelerated gross misconduct hearing on Monday, 2nd December 2024, at 1pm.

The allegations against SPC Knight stem from incidents between January 2023 and September 2023. It is claimed that she breached several standards of professional behaviour, including:

Confidentiality: Allegedly accessing and capturing sensitive police information.

Discreditable Conduct: Potentially compromising the integrity of the police force.

Orders and Instructions: Failing to adhere to police guidelines and regulations.

Authority, Respect, and Courtesy: Potentially undermining public trust in the police.

Specifically, SPC Knight is accused of taking four photographs of confidential police information using her personal phone. Furthermore, she is alleged to have shared one of these images with two individuals outside of the police force on September 9, 2023.

If these allegations are proven, they would constitute serious breaches of Leicestershire Police policies and procedures.

Those interested in attending the hearing can register to observe at the following link: 

www.leics.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/mis/sf/apply-to-attend-a-hearing/

Please note that registration must be completed by 8am on Friday, 29th November 2024.

Important: Attendees are reminded that photography and recording of the proceedings are strictly prohibited.