Senior detective convicted of misconduct in public office - relating to the NOTW hacking scandal.

Senior detective convicted of misconduct in public office - relating to the NOTW hacking scandal.

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DCI Casburn, part of Yard's antiterrorism unit, felt frustrated when resources were diverted to a phone hacking investigation. Instead of addressing her concerns internally, she leaked information to journalists, leading to her arrest after an email surfaced. Casburn claimed she was bullied and acted in the public interest, but the court found her guilty of leaking confidential information. The Metropolitan Police condemned her actions as a betrayal. Casburn, awaiting sentencing, is also in the process of adopting a child, which may influence the judge's decision.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the officer's frustration in the Yard's antiterrorism unit?

Personal conflicts with colleagues

Colleagues being reassigned to a different investigation

Lack of promotion opportunities

Insufficient salary

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Casburn do instead of raising her concerns with her employers?

She resigned from her position

She approached journalists with confidential information

She filed a formal complaint

She sought legal advice

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Casburn's defense for leaking information to the press?

She was promised a financial reward

She was acting in the public interest

She wanted to harm her colleagues

She was offered a promotion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the legal proceedings against Casburn?

She was found not guilty

She was found guilty

The case was dismissed

She was given a warning

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What personal circumstance of Casburn might influence her sentencing?

Her process of adopting a child

Her retirement plans

Her financial status

Her health condition