Accelerated Misconduct hearing for PC Akbar Arabi
Notice of a hearing to be held in public
Name of the officer concerned: PC Akbar Arabi
Date: 24 July 2026
Time: 9am
Location: DPS Hearing Suite, Palestra House, 197 Blackfriars Road, London, SE1 8NJ
Police Constable Akbar Arabi, based within West Area Command Unit, will answer allegations that their conduct amounted to a breach of the Standards of Professional Behaviour, in respect of:
- Honesty and Integrity
- Discreditable Conduct
- Orders and Instructions
On 23rd August 2025 in the early hours, officers observed a BMW being driven dangerously on Conway Street, including wheel spinning, an illegal U-turn, and weaving at speed. PC Arabi was identified as the driver, admitted trying to "give a thrill" to a friend.
PC Arabi failed to produce a driving licence, ID, or insurance and was given seven days to do so. PC Arabi later produced a Hyundai lease agreement, which did not show valid insurance to drive other vehicles.
As a result of that stated herein, if proven, PC Arabi's conduct individually or cumulatively amounts to gross misconduct, and his dismissal may be justified.
The identity of victims and 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.