A detective inspector has been dismissed without notice after he was proven to have committed gross misconduct.

DI Kevin Downard, based at MO3 Covert Policing, attended a misconduct hearing on Thursday, 25 June, to answer an allegation that his conduct amounted to a breach of Standards of Professional Behaviour, in respect of discreditable conduct.

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