Met Police Officer Jailed for Encouraging Speeding Cover-Up
PC Richard Hammond, 35, of Met Operations, has been found guilty of urging someone to lie about a speeding offence. The verdict came after a trial at the Royal Courts of Justice ended on 7 September.
Suspended Sentence and Community Service for PC Hammond
On 15 October, PC Hammond was handed an 18-month prison sentence, suspended for two years. He was also ordered to complete 250 hours of unpaid work and pay £2,500 in costs.
Dishonesty Over Speeding Notice Uncovered
The officer faced charges on 11 December 2020 following an investigation revealing he sent messages encouraging someone else to be dishonest about a Notice of Intended Prosecution linked to a speeding offence in August 2018.
Chief Superintendent Andy Walker said: “PC Hammond attempted to persuade another person to lie on his behalf, behaviour which is completely unacceptable and undermines confidence in our organisation. Perverting the course of justice is an extremely serious crime and we will take robust action against officers who fall short of the high standards we expect.”
Disciplinary Action Still Pending
A misconduct hearing is set for 28 October. Meanwhile, PC Hammond remains suspended from duty.
