City of London Police officer sacked for lewd behaviour towards female students under his watch following a shocking internal probe.
PC Mathieu Merenda Exposed for Gross Misconduct
PC Mathieu Merenda has been booted from the City of London Police after a disciplinary panel found him guilty of gross misconduct. He shamelessly abused his position, breaking the force’s strict professional code.
Sexual Comments and Inappropriate Touching
The hearing laid bare his unacceptable antics: making sexualised remarks and oversharing personal details about cheating on his wife. Worse, he crossed the line with physical contact — including standing too close to a junior officer and touching her hip in a training environment, sparking major alarm.
Merenda also fired off inappropriate messages to a female trainee, inviting her for drinks and blurring vital boundaries between mentor and subordinate.
Instant Dismissal and Zero Tolerance
The disciplinary panel confirmed Merenda’s behaviour was completely incompatible with police service. He was promptly dismissed, effective immediately.
There is no place in our organisation for behaviour that undermines the safety, dignity, and wellbeing of our officers and staff,” a City of London Police spokesperson said. “We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment and take all allegations of inappropriate conduct extremely seriously.”
Police Forces Pledge Tough Stance on Misconduct
This case is part of a wider policing crackdown across the UK aimed at cleaning up workplace culture and cracking down on misconduct, especially in how female officers and trainees are treated. The City of London Police has reaffirmed its zero-tolerance policy, vowing to protect women and maintain a safe, respectful working environment.
Rebuilding Trust in Policing
PC Merenda’s sacking sends a clear warning: misconduct will not be tolerated, and officers must uphold the highest standards of integrity. With rising public scrutiny, police forces are under pressure to regain trust by swiftly dealing with those who cross the line.
The City of London Police urges all staff to report any inappropriate behaviour without delay, promising thorough and confidential investigations.
