By Sammy Jones-
A Wakefield police officer has been fined after being found guilty of an on-duty assault
PC Kenny Walton, aged 40, who is based in Wakefield District, was found guilty at Sheffield Magistrates Court today (Monday) after being charged with one count of common assault.
The charge relates to an incident on June 16, 2024 when PC Walton was working in the Safe Space Hub in Wakefield city centre, which provides support for those experiencing a mental health crisis.
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He was accused of using excessive force after asking a man to leave the Hub.
Yorkshire police told the Eye Of Media.Com that they could not confirm whether or not the officer will continue working for the force, adding that an internal decision will be taking in relation his future employment with Yorkshire Police.
Detective Chief Superintendent Tanya Wilkins, Head of West Yorkshire Police’s Professional Standards Directorate, said: “Police officers will sometimes be required to use force during the course of their duties, but it is vital that its use is reasonable, necessary and proportionate.
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“In this incident, the officer’s actions were not appropriate in the circumstances and his statement regarding what happened did not fully reflect the circumstances portrayed on Body Worn Video.
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