Ex-Sussex Police Recruit Banned for Covering Up Past
A former recruit to Sussex Police has been struck off for gross misconduct after failing to reveal a past disciplinary probe during vetting.
Cameron Young’s Secret Blown
Cameron Young tried to sneak into Sussex Police with a hidden disciplinary record. Internal checks exposed the slip-up, leading to a lightning-fast misconduct hearing. The panel confirmed: if Young hadn’t resigned, he would have been sacked without hesitation.
Barred Across England and Wales
On 12 February, Young was officially placed on the College of Policing’s barred list. This ban prevents him from serving as a police officer anywhere in England or Wales.
Sussex Police Issues Stern Warning
“We take vetting extremely seriously to ensure we recruit the best possible candidates to serve the public,” said Chief Inspector Jim Smith.
“Our processes are thorough and robust, helping us spot any discrepancies and act accordingly. This outcome sends a clear message – we are fully committed to rooting out anyone unfit for police service.”
