from ESN Report
It’s not every day that a retired T/Chief Inspector steps forward to speak publicly and with such conviction. When they do, and their words spread rapidly across social media, it’s usually a sign that something has gone seriously wrong. That’s exactly what has happened in the case of PC Lorne Castle. (Scroll to the bottom of this blog for a link to the full statement from Mr Amey, the former Chief Inspector who mentored and trained Castle.)
Chris Amey dedicated 30 years of his life to protecting the public through his service in the police, split between the Met and Dorset. In his own words, he left Dorset Police in 2022 “ashamed.” And now, he’s gone public to explain exactly why, because of how one of the most decent, selfless, and committed officers he’s ever worked with has just been treated.
Lorne Castle was dismissed without notice following a three-day Gross Misconduct Hearing. He had served Dorset for over a decade, first as a PCSO and later as a Constable. Chris Amey first met him in 2013 while recruiting Community Safety Accredited Officers for a project aimed at reducing crime in Boscombe.
Lorne stood out immediately. Amey recommended him for the regular police because of his drive, discipline, and heart. He trained Lorne personally through both PCSO and Constable roles and describes him as exemplary.