Devon Police Detective Fired Over Drink-Driving
A Devon and Cornwall Police detective constable has been sacked without warning after a misconduct panel ruled his actions amounted to gross misconduct.
DC Arnold Caught Drink-Driving
Detective Constable Daniel Arnold pleaded guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol at Bodmin Magistrates Court on September 16, 2021. The off-duty officer was banned from driving for 20 months and fined.
Misconduct Panel Takes No Prisoners
After a three-day public hearing, the panel found DC Arnold guilty of discreditable conduct. His behaviour, the panel ruled, brought the police service into disrepute and damaged public trust.
“We expect our officers to uphold the standards of professional behaviour at all times, while on and off duty,” said Detective Superintendent Paul Kessell, Head of Professional Standards.
The panel decided to fire Arnold immediately, sending a clear message that such conduct won’t be tolerated in policing.
