Overview

• Lorne Castle formally notified Dorset Police on June 19 of his intention to appeal the gross misconduct dismissal issued on May 29.
• The disciplinary panel found he failed to act with self-control and employed unreasonable force when arresting a 15-year-old in Bournemouth in January 2024.
• Body-worn camera footage released by the force shows Castle tackling the teenager to the ground, grabbing his face and throat, and swearing as a knife was discovered.
• Castle admitted breaching professional standards on authority, respect and use of force but denied that his actions amounted to gross misconduct, citing his ten years of exemplary service and a bravery award.
• He and his family have received thousands of supportive messages and nearly £50,000 has been raised through GoFundMe to fund his appeal.