A police force accused of shielding officers linked to serious abuse against women has issued formal apologies and reached settlements with nine victims, according to an exclusive report. The women claim they suffered rape, assault, harassment, and coercive control while in relationships with officers, despite allegations being known to the force. The compensation follows allegations that the police promoted and protected male officers amid ongoing complaints. The settlements were made without an admission of liability, though the force has acknowledged its failures.
Exclusive: Devon and Cornwall police formally apologise to nine women and settle claim without admitting liabilityA police force alleged to have promoted and protected male officers despite knowing they were accused of attacking women has formally apologised and paid compensation to nine female victims, the Guardian has learned.The women allege they were subjected to a range of abuse including rape, assault, threats, harassment and coercive control while in relationships with male officers from Devon and Cornwall police. Continue reading...
