Cop PC Samuel McGregor Found Guilty of Rape in Shocking Met Scandal
McGregor Convicted After London Trial
Disgraced PC Samuel McGregor, 33, once part of the Central North Command Unit, was found guilty of rape on Friday, 24 January. The verdict came after a hard-fought trial at Inner London Crown Court.
McGregor had pleaded not guilty back in June 2023, but the jury saw through his denial. The court heard the rape took place on 11 May 2021 at a London address involving a victim known to him.
Heartfelt Words from Police Chief
Chief Superintendent Andy Carter, who oversees policing in Central North, spoke out strongly: “I am sickened by McGregor’s abhorrent behaviour and the pain he has caused the victim. There is simply no place for individuals like McGregor in the Met, and we will continue to root out such vile individuals.”
“I am proud of the officers who throughout the investigation displayed the care and compassion deserved by the victim, as they carried out interviews and gathered forensic evidence to show the extent of the abuse and develop a watertight case against McGregor.” “Above all, I am pleased to see today’s result, which I hope brings some closure to the victim.” “Now that criminal proceedings have taken place, McGregor will face a misconduct hearing at the earliest opportunity.”
Investigation and Next Steps
- The victim confided in colleagues who reported the attack on 2 June 2021.
- McGregor was arrested promptly the next day.
- He was suspended from duty on 3 March 2022 after admitting to lying in a police interview.
- A misconduct hearing is scheduled to follow the criminal case.
- Sentencing is set for Monday, 10 March.
This grim case highlights a deep betrayal of trust by an officer sworn to protect. The Met’s commitment to justice remains clear as McGregor’s fall from grace reaches its next chapter.
