Misconduct hearing for PC Danielle Barnes and PC Elizabeth McAleenan
Notice of a hearing to be held in public
Names of the officers: PC Danielle Barnes and PC Elizabeth McAleenan
Dates: 20 to 23 January 2025
Time: 10am
Location: Misconduct Hearing Suite, Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, SE1 8NJ
Police Constable Danielle Barnes, based within South East Command Unit and Police Constable Elizabeth McAleenan, based within Central West Command Unit will answer allegations that their conduct amounts to a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour, in respect of:
- Duties and responsibilities
- Honesty and integrity
It is alleged that PC Barnes and PC McAleenan failed to execute their duty to ensure a member of the public’s welfare.
Further, it is alleged that at the inquest of the death of the member of public, PC Barnes and PC McAleenan gave evidence under oath which was both dishonest and lacked integrity.
It is alleged that in acting this way PC Barnes and PC McAleenan have breached the Standards of Professional Behaviour and that this conduct, if proven, amounts to gross misconduct in that it is so serious as to justify dismissal.
The identity of victims/witnesses will be protected during the hearing as appropriate.
If you wish to apply to attend the hearing you must book no later than 1pm the previous working day. This is to allow for sufficient time to process the application. Any requests received after this time will be unable to be processed in time for the hearing and therefore will be rejected.
Please ensure that you have read the conditions of entry prior to booking.