Seven Humberside Cops Fired Over Disgusting WhatsApp Messages
Seven Humberside Police officers have been sacked after a string of “wholly inappropriate” WhatsApp messages surfaced. The offensive content included sexist, racist, homophobic, and anti-Semitic remarks, exposing a serious problem within the force.
Shocking Abuse and Voyeurism Revealed
The dismissals were delayed for legal reasons but stem from hearings held back in 2019. Former Superintendent Ed Cook confessed to secretly filming women without their consent over seven years—from 2011 to 2018—for his own sexual gratification. This sickening revelation adds to earlier reports of deep-rooted misogyny in forces like the Metropolitan Police.
A female Humberside officer recently told Sky News she faced being “ostracised” after reporting a senior officer who manipulated her into a controlling relationship. She called misogyny “a monster” haunting the force.
Two Investigations Uncover Gross Misconduct
- The first probe into three officers uncovered offensive videos shared and highly inappropriate chat. All three were found guilty of gross misconduct.
- The second focused on six officers in a WhatsApp group exchanging vile messages full of sexism, racism, and hatred. All six were dismissed.
Three officers were sacked without notice. One more would have been if he hadn’t already quit. All four are now barred from policing. Two others got final written warnings for less severe involvement.
Police Boss Vows Tough Action
Assistant Chief Constable Dave Marshall called the behaviour “deplorable” and insisted the force acted swiftly and firmly. “Appropriate sanctions were applied without delay,” he said, pledging transparency after the legal process ended.
The mass sackings send a clear message: bigotry and abuse won’t be tolerated. Baroness Casey’s recent review into police sexism stresses the urgent need for a nationwide crackdown. Police must urgently cleanse their ranks to build a respectful, inclusive environment for officers and the public alike.
