Rhett Wilson, 27, messaged female victims of crime to try to strike up sexual relationships.
Former police officer found guilty of perverting the course of justice
Rhett Wilson, 27, a former West Mercia Police officer, who was at one stage based in Shrewsbury, has been on trial at Worcester Crown Court this week.Wilson, of Tidworth, Wiltshire, who resigned from the force in July 2020, had previously pleaded guilty to three police corruption charges.The charges relate to Wilson contacting three women, who he had been called to help, in an attempt to start sexual relationships.
West Mercia Police's Professional Standards Department had carried out an internal investigation after receiving information that Wilson was abusing his position for sexual gain.Deputy Chief Constable Alex Murray said the behaviour carried out by Wilson would not be tolerated, with action to be taken against any officer found to have abused their position.
He said:"This is corruption plain and simple. Rhett Wilson abused his position to start relationships; something police officers should never do. There is no place for this behaviour in West Mercia Police or any other force. It will not be tolerated and we will take immediate action against any officer who abuses their power."Internal misconduct proceedings will now take place.
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