Five Met Police officers facing sack after petrol bombs thrown and car torched at Kent riot training base
Briefly

Five Metropolitan Police officers, including PC James Duthoit, are facing disciplinary action following allegations of gross misconduct related to a riot training exercise. Duthoit is accused of throwing petrol bombs, resulting in a fire that required extensive firefighting efforts and caused £10,000 worth of damage. His colleagues—PCs Jason Pippin, Jonathan Gooch, Mark Ellison, and one unnamed constable—are alleged to have provided misleading statements regarding the incident. Their hearing is set to begin next week, highlighting serious breaches of conduct and integrity within the force's operations.
The incident occurred at a tactical training centre where officers prepare for violent confrontations, highlighting a significant breach of professional conduct among the officers involved.
The Metropolitan Police's investigation revealed that PC James Duthoit allegedly lit and threw petrol bombs, causing extensive damage to property and endangering safety.
Read at www.standard.co.uk
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