Police officer accused of sharing Manchester Airport brawl CCTV footage
Summary
A police officer is under investigation for allegedly sharing CCTV footage of a brawl at Manchester Airport in July 2024. The footage, involving violence between officers and two men, was widely shared on social media. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is conducting the investigation.Key Facts
- A police officer is accused of sharing CCTV footage without a valid reason.
- The footage relates to an incident at Manchester Airport in July 2024.
- Mohammed Fahir Amaaz was convicted of attacking two female officers during the brawl.
- The IOPC is looking into the officer’s actions regarding improper use of police powers.
- There are allegations of breaching the Computer Misuse Act 1990 and misconduct.
- Amaaz was convicted of assault, but a retrial is set for other charges in April 2026.
- The investigation began following concerns about the footage source raised in September 2024.
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