1 Hero Policemans Reveals Fears after being Sacked For Tackling Teen
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An award-winning law enforcement officer who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after jailing a knife-carrying teen has actually claimed the legend has left him fretting about whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.

The shocking footage demonstrates how PC Lorne Castle grabbed the 15-year-old boy, who was believed of assault, and pressed him into a wall before knocking him into the ground and proceeding to place his turn over the youth's face while screaming hazards and curse words.
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During the turmoil a Stanley-type knife fell out of the teenager's waistband.

PC Castle, 46, was dismissed from Dorset Police over the Bournemouth arrest, sparking a wave of criticism as it emerged the teenager was suspected of attacking 2 individuals including an elderly gentlemen.

He has actually now lifted the lid on a 16 months which he said 'might have broken him' - as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces calls to step in.

The police officer told GB News: 'I came into police 9 or 10 years ago. Prior to that, I remained in the sports market, went to Bournemouth University where I did law.

'I have actually had a positive life and enjoy and proceed with people. The in 2015 and a half, when they've put me on limited duties, I'm not permitted in person contact with individuals.

'I'm isolated. I do not know whether I'm going to be able to pay the mortgage and bring cash home until I see how this goes.'

Award-winning authorities officer PC Castle, who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after detaining a knife-carrying teenager, has declared the legend left him having a hard time to 'pay his mortgage'

PC Castle apprehended the 15-year-old boy in Bournemouth in January last year on suspicion of attack

PC Castle also provided an insight into what was going through his head during the event, which resulted in him being condemned of gross misbehavior.

'My intent was to jail a possibly violent suspect without injuries,' he said. 'He was detained, no injuries and no complaint, and a knife was gotten rid of from the street.

'It's not a good scenario for anyone to be in ... other officers have been in that situation which's why I am here now. Any mistake, time out or doubt can have significant results.

'My objective was excellent which's why I have actually preserved my innocence, since I understand my own frame of mind.

'If I understand it can be evaluated like a sport, armchair critiquing, a long time down the line, it's gon na make you pause. Whether that's good or bad it needs to be looked at.'

It follows Dorset Police launched the full bodycam video footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, allowing the public to judge the chaotic episode on their own.

Following the arrest PC Castle's associates reported concerns about his conduct to senior officers, prompting a 16-month examination and gross misbehavior procedures.

A misconduct panel recently found PC Castle made the young boy feel 'scared and frightened' and showed him a 'absence of courtesy and respect' during the arrest in January in 2015.

The officer (envisioned) was dismissed after he was accused of revealing a lack of courtesy and regard to a knife-carrying teen he detained for assault

During the arrest PC Castle might be seen putting his hands over the boys head and sitting on top of him

He stated on Tuesday that he has actually been helped out by a strong support group as he waits to see if he is entitled to an appeal

The officer confessed that he 'lost control' during the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a police disciplinary hearing.

The panel, led by Wiltshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Deborah Smith, found him guilty of gross misconduct.

They stated he stopped working to show self-discipline, did not deal with the young boy with courtesy or regard and that his 'yelling, swearing, finger pointing, grabbing the kid's face recommended usage of leg restraints was not required, sensible or proportionate'.

It was declared the officer also got the boy's throat however this was not proven.

PC Castle was dismissed without notification and disallowed from serving again.

The bodycam footage demonstrated how PC Castle was the first out of the police car before putting the kid to the wall and then pushing him to the ground while screaming: 'You're under arrest'.

While on top of the teen on the ground, he then shouted: 'Get on the ground. Get down. Come down.

'Show me your f *** ing hands, now. Put your f *** ing hands behind your [back]'

The teen, who is clearly distressed, screams and told PC Castle 'I can't' - as the officer is on top of him.

PC Castle's female colleague can then by heard trying to intervene to de-escalate the situation, but Castle would not be stopped.

While pointing his finger into the teenager's face, he shouted: 'Right, listen, stop screaming like a little b ****. Do you comprehend that? Stop talking.'

PC Castle is seen moments after exiting his patrol car as he takes the youth to the ground

As PC Castle yelled at the boy, he became progressively distressed, yelling, crying and appearing to have a hard time to breathe

He continues: 'Roll over. Right, you attempt withstanding once again, do you understand? Right, shut up.

'If you attempt withstanding one more time - best get your f *** ing hands behind your back, do you comprehend?

'One hand at a time! One hand at a time. Stop screaming.'

Speaking into his radio PC Castle then asks for another unit to be sent out over since the suspect is 'being a little b ****.'

He then starts screaming at the young boy again, while still on top of him on the ground, and pointing into his face.

'Right, stop withstanding or I'm going to smash you. Do you understand? Put your hands behind your back.'

PC Castle then informs members of the public who are enjoying on: 'Move back, now.'

He puts his hands on top of the young boy's face, triggering him to cry out in what appears to be discomfort.

He shouts: 'You are under arrest at the moment on suspicion of assault. Right do not move.'

It is just 90 seconds after PC Castle opened the vehicle door. Throughout the arrest, the 15-year-old could be heard yelling and shouting 'what have I done incorrect?'. At one point he starts sobbing and appears to be having a hard time to draw breath.

PC Castle (right) won an award for saving a person from drowning, in addition to previously being named Neighbourhood Law enforcement officer of the Year

Colleagues worried by PC Castle's behaviour throughout the arrest reported him to senior officers

Fury as police officer is sacked after showing knife teen 'lack of courtesy and respect' on arrest

On the day of the arrest, the panel heard that the kid was suspected of assaulting a senior male while riding an e-scooter before getting involved in a fracas with another youth outside McDonalds.

PC Castle, who has two times won a national bravery award consisting of one for conserving an elderly woman from drowning in a swollen river in 2023, identified the suspect strolling up Richmond Hill in Bournemouth before the stop.

His associate attempted to action in to soothe the circumstance a number of times however was all but neglected by PC Castle, video footage shows.

Giving proof, PC Castle said he ended up being 'overwhelmed and scared' when the kid withstood as his mind flashed back to his arrest of a county lines drug dealership 18 months previously which led him fearing for his life.

As the officer fought with the dealership, his associate who was guaranteed was being told to 'cut him' - before an off-duty officer intervened to safeguard him.

PC Castle admitted he had overstepped the mark with his language and aggressiveness and broke down in tears as he said: 'I'm embarrassed by the video and I apologise for my actions.

'Anyone who understands me in public or personal life understands that is not how I behave. When he started yelling and withstanding I worried and ended up being overloaded.

'I did not choke the suspect and I did not get him in a headlock. I was trying to keep his head still with the palm of my hand so he did not strike his head.

'I did not put my complete weight on him as my knees were on the concrete. I just applied adequate weight to keep his body still.

PC Lorne Castle admitted that he 'lost control' throughout the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at an authorities disciplinary hearing

'During the arrest I saw the knife fall out of his waistband so he was jailed for a knife offense. I believe the arrest required to be made however I lost control of the situation.'

Mark Ley Morgan, representing Dorset Police at the hearing, said the knife was not pertinent as PC Castle did not know the kid had it when making the arrest.

Mr Morgan said: 'PC Castle breached requirements of expert behaviour by stopping working to act with self control and stopping working to treat him with courtesy or regard.

'He abused his power and authority and his behaviour weakened confidence in the police.

'It was completely unneeded and out of proportion, and it is so major that termination would be justified.'

'PC Castle has let the police service and his coworkers down and he does not represent the numerous hard-working officers and staff of Dorset Police.

'The outcome shows the severity of this matter and ensures that he will no longer hold a function in policing and the benefit of constable.

'I am grateful to the officers for having the nerve to do the right thing and report their concerns about PC Castle's actions.'

After the hearing, Dorset Police Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell acknowledged that officers did a 'tough job' however said PC Castle let the force down by his actions.

She said: 'I have never ever been in any doubt that PC Castle's actions were excessive, aggressive and unsuitable and I can comprehend the communities we serve will be worried about this case.

PC Castle (right), pictured with his other half Denise, accepts he committed misbehavior however rejects his behaviour totaled up to gross misbehavior

But the judgment showed dissentious with numerous responding online and speaking out in assistance of the officer.

Norman Brennan, a retired law enforcement officer and founder of the project group Protect the Protectors, implicated Dorset Police of tossing PC Castle 'under a bus'.

He said: 'Senior officers at Dorset Police have actually taken leave of their senses. This decision epitomises how they have lost touch with the risk and truth of frontline policing. It is bloody insanity.

'Policemans when facing volatile or violent situations will at times swear and utilize some unsavoury words.

'All arrests include some type of force and pressing somebody even in the face during a battle is not always intentional and even if it is its part and parcel in lots of arrests when limiting a suspect. No arrest is without some sort of force.

'I'm ill and fed up with officers being disciplined for things like this and I believe the bulk of the general public would believe this is definitely bonkers.

'Many senior officers kowtow to the constant criticism of the police in a sort of appeasement and frequently toss officers under the bus or to the wolves as sacrificial lambs. Cases like this are more likely to prevent individuals from joining the authorities.'