The case of Child Q, a black schoolgirl strip searched for suspected cannabis possession, has raised significant concerns about policing practices in schools. During a misconduct hearing, a deputy safeguarding manager claimed she did not request the strip search and was shocked to learn it had occurred. The girl had arrived at school smelling of cannabis but police found nothing during the invasive search. This incident highlights issues around safeguarding and the treatment of minors by authorities, raising questions about oversight and appropriate responses in school settings.
The safeguarding deputy expressed disbelief after learning that Child Q had been strip searched, emphasizing she did not request this action despite her concerns about cannabis.
The panel heard that the police search of Child Q involved removing her clothing, including underwear, leading to a violation of her rights without proper adult supervision.
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