Hero Law Enforcement Officers Reveals Fears after being Sacked For Tackling Teen

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An acclaimed law enforcement officer who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after detaining a knife-carrying teenager has declared the legend has left him fretting about whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.

An award-winning policeman who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after detaining a knife-carrying teenager has actually claimed the legend has actually left him fretting about whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.


The shocking video footage demonstrates how PC Lorne Castle grabbed the 15-year-old kid, who was presumed of assault, and pushed him into a wall before slamming him into the ground and proceeding to place his turn over the youth's face while yelling threats and curse words.


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


PC Castle, 46, was dismissed from Dorset Police over the Bournemouth arrest, triggering a wave of criticism as it emerged the teenager was thought of attacking 2 people consisting of an elderly gentlemen.


He has actually now raised the lid on a nightmare 16 months which he stated 'might have broken him' - as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces calls to step in.


The policeman informed GB News: 'I entered into authorities nine or 10 years back. Prior to that, I remained in the sports industry, went to Bournemouth University where I did law.


'I have actually had a confident life and enjoy and get on with people. The in 2015 and a half, when they have actually put me on restricted responsibilities, I'm not enabled in person contact with individuals.


'I'm isolated. I don't know whether I'm going to have the ability to pay the mortgage and bring cash home up until I see how this goes.'


Award-winning cops officer PC Castle, who was sacked for a 'absence of respect' after arresting a knife-carrying teenager, has actually claimed the legend left him struggling to 'pay his mortgage'


PC Castle apprehended the 15-year-old kid in Bournemouth in January last year on suspicion of assault


PC Castle also gave an insight into what was going through his head throughout the occurrence, which led to him being found guilty of gross misbehavior.


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


'It's not a nice circumstance for anyone to be in ... other officers have remained in that scenario which's why I am here now. Any error, time out or hesitation can have remarkable results.


'My intent was good and that's why I have maintained my innocence, due to the fact that I know my own mindset.


'If I understand it can be evaluated like a sport, armchair critiquing, some time down the line, it's gon na make you stop briefly. Whether that's great or bad it requires to be looked at.'


It comes after Dorset Police released the complete bodycam video footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, enabling the general public to judge the chaotic episode for themselves.


Following the arrest PC Castle's colleagues reported concerns about his conduct to senior officers, prompting a 16-month investigation and gross misconduct proceedings.


A misconduct panel recently discovered PC Castle made the kid feel 'frightened and daunted' and showed him a 'lack of courtesy and respect' during the arrest in January last year.


The officer (imagined) was dismissed after he was accused of showing an absence of courtesy and regard to a knife-carrying teen he jailed for attack


During the arrest PC Castle could be seen placing his turn over the young boys head and sitting on top of him


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


The officer admitted that he 'lost control' throughout 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 stated he failed to show self-control, did not treat the kid with courtesy or respect and that his 'screaming, swearing, finger pointing, grabbing the boy's face recommended use of leg restraints was not necessary, reasonable or proportionate'.


It was declared the officer likewise grabbed the kid's throat however this was not shown.


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


The bodycam video footage showed how PC Castle was the very first out of the police car before putting the young boy to the wall and after that pushing him to the ground while shouting: 'You're under arrest'.


While on top of the teenager on the ground, he then shouted: 'Get on the ground. Get down. Get down.


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


The teenager, who is plainly distressed, screams and told PC Castle 'I can't' - as the officer is on top of him.


PC Castle's female associate can then by heard trying to step in to de-escalate the situation, however Castle would not be stopped.


While pointing his finger into the teenager's face, he shouted: 'Right, listen, stop shouting like a little b ****. Do you comprehend that? Shut up.'


PC Castle is seen moments after leaving his patrol automobile as he takes the youth to the ground


As PC Castle screamed at the kid, he became progressively distressed, shouting, weeping and appearing to struggle to breathe


He continues: 'Roll over. Right, you try withstanding again, do you understand? Right, shut up.


'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 shouting.'


Speaking into his radio PC Castle then requests another unit to be sent over because the suspect is 'being a little b ****.'


He then starts screaming at the kid 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 comprehend? Put your hands behind your back.'


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


He positions his hands on top of the boy's face, prompting him to cry out in what seems pain.


He screams: 'You are under arrest at the moment on suspicion of assault. Right do not move.'


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


PC Castle (right) won an award for conserving a person from drowning, in addition to previously being named Neighbourhood Policeman of the Year


Colleagues concerned by PC Castle's behaviour throughout the arrest reported him to senior officers


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


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


PC Castle, who has actually twice won a national bravery award including one for conserving a senior lady from drowning in an inflamed river in 2023, identified the suspect strolling up Richmond Hill in Bournemouth before the stop.


His associate attempted to step in to relax the scenario numerous times but was all however neglected by PC Castle, video footage shows.


Giving proof, PC Castle stated he ended up being 'overwhelmed and terrified' when the 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 fought with the dealer, his partner who was stood behind was being told to 'cut him' - before an off-duty officer stepped in to safeguard him.


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


'Anyone who understands me in public or private life understands that is not how I act. When he started screaming and withstanding I stressed and became overwhelmed.


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


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


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


'During the arrest I saw the knife fall out of his waistband so he was apprehended for a knife offense. I believe the arrest needed to be made but I lost control of the scenario.'


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


Mr Morgan said: 'PC Castle breached requirements of professional behaviour by failing to act with self control and stopping working to treat him with courtesy or respect.


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


'It was totally unnecessary and disproportionate, and it is so major that termination would be warranted.'


'PC Castle has let the cops service and his coworkers down and he does not represent the many hard-working officers and personnel of Dorset Police.


'The outcome shows the seriousness of this matter and ensures that he will no longer hold a role in policing and the opportunity of constable.


'I am grateful to the officers for having the guts 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' but said PC Castle let the force down by his actions.


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


PC Castle (right), imagined with his partner Denise, accepts he dedicated misbehavior but rejects his behaviour totaled up to gross misbehavior


But the judgment proved divisive with many responding online and speaking up in support of the officer.


Norman Brennan, a retired policeman and creator of the project group Protect the Protectors, implicated Dorset Police of tossing PC Castle 'under a bus'.


He stated: 'Senior officers at Dorset Police have departed of their senses. This decision epitomises how they have lost touch with the threat and truth of frontline policing. It is bloody insanity.


'Policemans when facing unstable or violent circumstances will sometimes swear and utilize some unsavoury words.


'All arrests include some kind of force and pushing somebody even in the face during a struggle is not constantly intentional and even if it is its part and parcel in numerous arrests when restraining a suspect. No arrest is without some sort of force.


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


'Many senior officers kowtow to the consistent criticism of the cops 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 hinder individuals from joining the police.'

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