Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News
·Jun 2026
Somerset PC accused of sending racist WhatsApp messages
A Somerset police constable faces an accelerated misconduct hearing over allegations of encouraging a partner to lie on a Universal Credit application, sending racist and misogynistic messages through messaging apps, and breaching approved business interest conditions. The Avon and Somerset Police hearing will assess claims that his actions violated honesty, integrity, conduct and compliance standards, with proven allegations constituting gross misconduct.