Former PS Sanjar Sefer outcome summary

Misconduct hearing outcome 

Officer concerned: Former PS Sanjar Sefer

Dates of hearing: 21 September - 2 October 2026

Summary

It was alleged that on 23rd December 2023, Former PS Sefer whilst on duty, engaged in harassing behaviour towards colleague Officer A, which was unwanted and/or was of a sexual nature and/or which related to her sex and/or age (protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010). This included disparaging and misogynistic remarks about her appearance, attempted intimidation through comments about physical strength which had the effect of belittling and humiliating Officer A.

It was also alleged that between about 12th and 17th December 2024 PS Sefer engaged in harassing behaviour towards another colleague, Officer B, which was excessive and overbearing, unwanted and/or was of a sexual nature and/or which related to her being female (a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010).

It was further alleged that on 17th December 2024 PS Sefer engaged in behaviour amounting to sexual harassment of Officer B, in that he subjected her to unwanted conduct of a sexual nature.

It was alleged that his conduct amounts to a breach of Standards of professional Behaviour, in respect of:
a. Discreditable conduct
b. Equality and diversity
c. Authority respect and courtesy

Decision

The panel concluded that Former PS Sefer would have been dismissed if he was still serving and will be placed on the College of Policing Barred List.