‘I would happily rape you’: Shocking cases of Met Police misogyny and racism revealed

Sign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Messages declaring “I would happily rape you” and jokes about domestic violence are among the alarming cases of sexism, racism and misogyny that expose the shocking state of the Metropolitan Police. Another female officer said male colleagues were “sex obsessed” and would openly rate female colleagues and members of the public on their appearance. They are biologically programmed to like that shit.” Officer 2: “Lmao.” Another exchange included remarks about rape: “I would happily rape you.” “If I was single I would actually hate f*** you.” “If I was single I would happily chloroform you.” Racism The review also found institutional racism within the force and noted that Black and ethnic minority officers are “consistently overlooked” for jobs and promotion. Senior officers were also said to “prey on the vulnerability of new recruits” and would make comments such as: “A new recruit needs to have slept with a substantive officer before they complete their probationary period.” Senior female officers would also be told that they had slept with different people to get a promotion.