A former south east London officer “would have been dismissed” for having an inappropriate relationship with a crime victim if he was still at the force.
PC Paul Onslow appeared at the hearing on November 23 for allegations of misconduct between August 7, 2019, and October 1, 2021.
It was found that he did engage in an inappropriate relationship with a crime victim.
The panel concluded his actions violated professional behaviour standards in the areas of authority, respect and courtesy, stating Onslow would have been dismissed if he was still active.
Commander Trevor Lawry, in charge of policing in SE BCU, said: "It is unacceptable for any police officer to use his position in begin a relationship.
"Police officers have a privileged position of power and they need to maintain the upmost level of conduct at all times."
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