A public inquiry into undercover policing has brought to light that a former undercover police officer, Rob Hastings, was dismissed from the force following his conviction for assaulting his long-term partner. This revelation emerged during questioning about a second woman he allegedly deceived into an intimate relationship.

Disgraced Undercover Police Officer's Past Revealed

Hastings, who spent three years infiltrating pro-Palestinian and left-wing protest groups in a covert capacity, faced a conviction in 2014. The assault involved his then-partner, who is also the mother of his three children. Consequently, the Metropolitan Police terminated his employment for gross misconduct. (according to Reuters)

Inquiry Delves Deeper into Deception Allegations

The ongoing public inquiry is scrutinizing the conduct of officers involved in covert operations. Hastings' case specifically highlights allegations of him deceiving another woman into a close personal relationship during his deployment. These proceedings aim to uncover the full extent of misconduct within undercover policing units. (according to BBC News)

Reference: World news | The Guardian