Muhammad Patel, based in Preston, was dismissed without notice following a public misconduct hearing
A police constable stationed in Preston has been sacked after he was reportedly seen inhaling 'laughing gas' from a balloon while in a car.
Muhammad Patel, who served with the British Transport Police, was dismissed without notice following a public misconduct hearing. He did not appear at the hearing at the Professional Standards Department in York, where it was alleged that he violated the standards of professional behaviour. The claim was made that on three separate occasions while off duty, in May 2022, February 2023 and October 2023, PC Patel was observed inhaling nitrous oxide from a balloon and possessing nitrous oxide - also referred to as 'laughing gas' - while in a car with others.
The allegations of integrity breaches were found not proven. The panel concluded that the officer's behaviour amounted to gross misconduct, and he was dismissed without notice as a result. PSD Detective Chief Inspector Tracy Goddard-King said: "Former PC Patel's behaviour was unacceptable and he was unable to prioritise his responsibilities as a police officer whether on or off duty above other influences. His actions undermined the high standards in policing and therefore damage the public's confidence in policing.
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