🚨 Heated moments in Cardiff Bay have surfaced as Detective Superintendent Thomas Moore found himself at the centre of a controversy. A meeting room tirade, full of fiery language and offensive comments about a fellow officer and their children, was captured on a colleague’s phone. The scene unfolded during a September meeting, leaving many shocked and appalled.
Moore, a seasoned member of the South Wales Police, was taken to task after his words were played back at an accelerated misconduct hearing. In just 26 minutes, he dropped the f-bomb 83 times as he let off steam about a colleague’s directives—talk about a colossal foot-in-mouth moment!
Chief Constable Jeremy Vaughan deemed Moore’s outburst gross misconduct, but acknowledged the officer’s heartfelt apologies and previously impeccable record. While Moore admitted the comments and swearing were “absolutely discreditable,” the Chief Constable decided a final written warning was more fitting than ending the officer’s career, underlining the human tendency to err, even under pressure.
Moore, reflecting on his actions, expressed deep remorse, stating he was “mortified” to see the transcript of his own words. He described his behaviour as a “shambles” and a poor example of leadership.
This incident serves as a jarring reminder of the tensions within high-pressure environments and the importance of maintaining professionalism, even in moments of intense frustration. Let’s hope this experience leads to better handling of stress in the future. 💼👮‍♂️ #Police #Cardiff #PublicTrust
