Met Police Officers Accused of Sharing Offensive Messages

Inspector Charles Ehikioya, head of the Metropolitan Black Police Association, is facing a misconduct hearing for sharing inappropriate, racist, and misogynistic WhatsApp messages with former officer Carlo Francisco. The messages, over 7,000 in total, included offensive jokes about sex with a girl with Down's syndrome, mockery of the late Duke of Edinburgh's car crash, and graphic pornographic content. Ehikioya denies the allegations, claiming the messages were fabricated or misattributed due to his race and position. The hearing revealed shocking content, including racist videos and extreme violence, prompting serious concerns about the officers' ability to perform their duties impartially. If found guilty, Ehikioya could face dismissal from the force. The misconduct was initially reported after a community support officer raised concerns about Francisco's conduct in December 2020.