Ex-PC denies saving inappropriate images to phone

A former North Yorkshire police officer has denied having saved inappropriate images to his phone from a stag do WhatsApp group.

A disciplinary panel was told that in 2018 Callum Storr became a member of the Big Rose Stag Do group and downloaded extreme pornographic videos involving animals.

The 30-year-old is also alleged to have abused his position by having an inappropriate sexual relationship with a victim of domestic abuse, which he also denies.

The panel will consider if the allegations are proven and if Storr has therefore breached the professional standards expected of police officers.

The panel heard that in November 2021, whilst he was on duty, Storr had a briefing about a woman referred to as Ms A.

He was warned about interactions with her due to her previous relationships with officers.

The hearing panel heard how later that year, whilst on duty he went to her home following a report of domestic abuse.

He is accused of entering "an inappropriate and sexual relationship" with her, which included contact through social media, phone and messages.

The panel heard that they are also alleged to have had sexual relations in his car and at a hotel in Goole.

In a statement read in his absence by a Police Federation representative, he stated he believed he was the "victim of predatory behaviour" and that the allegations were "fake".

In relation to the videos from the WhatsApp group, the panel heard that Storr said if he had been made aware of the videos he would have deleted them and removed himself from the group.

North Yorkshire Police said the allegations if proven may have breached the force's standards of professional behaviour relating to discreditable conduct, along with authority, respect and courtesy.

The hearing continues.

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