Police release shocking video of arrest that led to officer's sacking
A police officer who was sacked for a 'lack of respect' after arresting a knife-carrying teenager has claimed the saga has left him worrying about whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.
The shocking footage shows how PC Lorne Castle grabbed the 15-year-old boy, who was suspected of assault, and pushed him into a wall before slamming him into the ground and proceeding to place his hand over the youth's face while shouting threats and curse words.
During the commotion a Stanley-type knife fell out of the teenager's waistband.
PC Castle (46), was dismissed from Dorset Police over the above arrest, sparking a wave of criticism as it emerged the teen was suspected of assaulting two people including an elderly gentlemen.
He has now lifted the lid on a nightmare 16 months which he said 'could have broken him' as the UK's Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces calls to step in.
The police officer told GB News this week: 'I came into police nine or 10 years ago. Prior to that, I was in the sports industry, went to Bournemouth University where I did Law.
'I've had a confident life and am happy and get on with people. The last year and a half, when they've put me on restricted duties, I'm not allowed face-to-face contact with people.
'I'm isolated. I don't know whether I'm going to be able to pay the mortgage and bring money home until I see how this goes.'
PC Castle also gave an insight into what was going through his head during the incident, which resulted in him being found guilty of gross misconduct.
'My intent was to arrest a potentially violent suspect without injuries,' he said. 'He was arrested, no injuries and no complaint, and a knife was removed from the street.
'It's not a nice situation for anyone to be in...other officers have been in that situation and that's why I am here now. Any mistake, pause or hesitation can have dramatic results.
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'My intention was good and that's why I have maintained my innocence, because I know my own mindset.
'If I know it can be analysed like a sport, armchair critiquing, some time down the line, it's gonna make you pause. Whether that's good or bad it needs to be looked at.'
It comes after Dorset Police released the full bodycam footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, allowing the public to judge the chaotic episode for themselves.
Following the arrest PC Castle's colleagues reported concerns about his conduct to senior officers, prompting a 16-month investigation and gross misconduct proceedings.
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