PC Sevda Gonen, 33, was convicted of assault and unlawful search after slapping a boy during a police intervention intended for his welfare. She received a 12-month community order and was ordered to pay fines and compensation. Her colleague, PC Stuart Price, was also found guilty of unlawful search and fined. The incidents, captured on police vehicle footage, revealed troubling remarks from the officers and raised concerns about their conduct, particularly given the boy's vulnerable state during a mental health assessment.
PC Gonen's panic over the boy smoking in a police vehicle reflects her concern for safety, but her reaction led to the unlawful assault allegations.
The officers' derogatory remarks before reaching the boy's address highlight a troubling attitude that may have contributed to their subsequent unlawful actions.
The unlawful search conducted by PC Gonen and PC Price underscores critical issues in police handling of vulnerable individuals during mental health crises.
The case raises serious concerns regarding police conduct and the need for accountability in interactions with minors and individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
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