Special Constable Sacked Over Shocking Assault
A Special Constable has been booted out after a brutal off-duty assault at a Surrey commercial premises in June 2021. Rahimul Ahmed, 21, assigned to the Central West Basic Command Unit, faced a misconduct hearing on May 31 at the Empress State Building in SW6.
Violence from Within: Met Police Takes a Stand
Detective Superintendent Tor Garnett slammed Ahmed’s “completely unacceptable” behaviour. “We do not tolerate any form of violence, especially from our own officers,” Garnett said. He added that Ahmed’s actions clashed head-on with Met values of professionalism, integrity, courage, and compassion.
From Arrest to Dismissal: Full Timeline of the Incident
- On June 17, 2021, Ahmed was off-duty when he arrived at a Surrey business and got into a heated verbal spat with staff.
- The argument escalated into violence, with Ahmed pushing a member of staff.
- Surrey Police arrested Ahmed on June 23, 2021.
- Ahmed admitted the push during police interviews.
- Charged on August 21, 2021, he was later found guilty of common assault at Staines Magistrates’ Court in March.
Gross Misconduct Findings Lead to Immediate Dismissal
The Met’s Directorate of Professional Standards launched an investigation, chaired independently by Temporary Assistant Commissioner Amanda Pearson. The panel ruled Ahmed’s actions constituted gross misconduct. He was promptly dismissed from his role, sending a strong message that violent behaviour won’t be tolerated – no matter the uniform.
The Met confirms: no policeman is above the law or internal discipline.
