Child Q, a 15-year-old schoolgirl in Hackney, endured a traumatic strip-search by police at school under false allegations of cannabis possession. This incident, despite occurring while menstruating, lacked necessary adult supervision and led to significant mental harm for her. Despite the outrage and protests that ensued, Child Q has chosen not to testify due to the psychological impact. The case against the three officers involved, which could result in their dismissal, centers on their gross misconduct and failure to respect Child Q's dignity during the search.
The search involved the removal of Child Q's clothing including her underwear, leading to the exposure of her intimate parts, including her vagina and anus.
The two officers searching her dismissed her statements about menstruation, suggesting they disregarded both her dignity and the necessity of the search.
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