The Metropolitan Police has dismissed officer Idominik Efeotor without notice for repeatedly violating its social media policies, marking a significant disciplinary action against misconduct in the force. The dismissal follows findings from an accelerated misconduct hearing held on Monday, 14 September, where Efeotor was found guilty of multiple breaches of the Standards of Professional Behaviour between 2024 and 2026. As a member of the Parliamentary and Diplomatic Protection Command, Efeotor’s actions were deemed to have undermined public trust and damaged morale within the force.
During the investigation, it was revealed that Efeotor had produced and published podcast episodes and social media content while identifying himself as a serving police officer. His posts contained offensive, insulting, and derogatory remarks directed at fellow officers, staff, and individuals. He also disclosed sensitive information related to ongoing misconduct proceedings, including material that could have led to the identification of an officer under an anonymity direction—a serious breach of confidentiality.
Although Efeotor had initially declared his podcast as a business interest, permission for this activity was later withdrawn by the Met Police. Despite repeated warnings, he continued to publish content and link to social media platforms, showing disregard for official instructions. These actions were found to violate key professional standards, including discreditable conduct, failure to follow orders, disrespect towards authority, and breaches of confidentiality.
Commander Adam Slonecki, head of Specialist Operations, emphasized that Efeotor’s behaviour fell far below the expected values of a police officer. He stated that such conduct not only erodes public confidence in the Metropolitan Police but also causes lasting harm to colleagues who were openly criticized. “Our officers can be in no doubt as to how they are expected to act on social media,” Slonecki said, adding that Efeotor’s repeated violations left no alternative but dismissal.
The decision to terminate Efeotor’s employment without notice reflects the Met Police’s commitment to upholding strict ethical standards, especially in the digital age where online presence can quickly impact public perception. In line with policy, Efeotor will now be placed on the College of Policing Barred List, which prevents him from ever working as a police officer in the United Kingdom again.
This case serves as a clear warning to all serving officers about the consequences of misusing their position or breaching professional conduct guidelines on social media platforms. As policing continues to evolve, accountability in both physical and digital spaces remains paramount.
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