An award-winning law enforcement officer who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after apprehending a knife-carrying teen has actually claimed the legend has left him stressing over whether he can 'pay his mortgage'.
The stunning video demonstrates how PC Lorne Castle got the 15-year-old boy, who was suspected of attack, and pushed him into a wall before slamming him into the ground and continuing to position his turn over the youth's face while yelling threats and curse words.
During the commotion a Stanley-type knife fell out of the teenager's waistband.
PC Castle, 46, was dismissed from Dorset Police over the Bournemouth arrest, triggering a wave of criticism as it emerged the teenager was presumed of assaulting two people including an elderly gentlemen.
He has now raised the lid on a nightmare 16 months which he stated 'might have broken him' - as Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faces calls to action in.
The cops officer informed GB News: 'I entered into police nine or 10 years back. Prior to that, I was in the sports industry, went to Bournemouth University where I did law.
'I have actually had a confident life and am pleased and proceed with individuals. The last year and a half, when they have actually put me on limited duties, I'm not allowed in person contact with individuals.
'I'm isolated. I do not know whether I'm going to have the ability to pay the mortgage and bring cash home until I see how this goes.'
Award-winning policeman PC Castle, who was sacked for a 'disrespect' after arresting a knife-carrying teenager, has actually declared the saga left him having a hard time to 'pay his mortgage'
PC Castle arrested the 15-year-old young boy in Bournemouth in January in 2015 on suspicion of attack
PC Castle also provided an insight into what was going through his head during the occurrence, which led to him being found guilty of gross misconduct.
'My intent was to arrest a possibly violent suspect without injuries,' he said. 'He was detained, no injuries and no complaint, and a knife was removed from the street.
'It's not a nice situation for anybody to be in ... other officers have been in that situation which's why I am here now. Any error, pause or hesitation can have remarkable outcomes.
'My intention was great and that's why I have maintained my innocence, due to the fact that I understand my own state of mind.
'If I know it can be analysed like a sport, armchair critiquing, a long time down the line, it's gon na make you stop briefly. Whether that's great or bad it requires to be taken a look at.'
It comes after Dorset Police launched the complete bodycam video footage from PC Castle's partner on the stop, allowing the general public to judge the chaotic episode for themselves.
Following the arrest PC Castle's coworkers reported concerns about his to senior officers, triggering a 16-month examination and gross misconduct procedures.
A misconduct panel recently discovered PC Castle made the boy feel 'scared and frightened' and revealed him a 'lack of courtesy and regard' throughout the arrest in January in 2015.
The officer (pictured) was dismissed after he was accused of showing an absence of courtesy and respect to a knife-carrying teen he jailed for assault
During the arrest PC Castle might be seen putting his turn over the kids head and sitting on top of him
He said on Tuesday that he has actually been assisted by a strong support group as he waits to see if he is entitled to an appeal
The officer admitted that he 'lost control' throughout the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at a cops disciplinary hearing.
The panel, led by Wiltshire Police Assistant Chief Constable Deborah Smith, discovered him guilty of gross misconduct.
They stated he failed to show self-discipline, did not treat the kid with courtesy or regard and that his 'screaming, swearing, finger pointing, grabbing the boy's face suggested usage of leg restraints was not required, affordable or proportionate'.
It was alleged the officer also got the young boy's throat however this was not proven.
PC Castle was dismissed without notification and barred from serving again.
The bodycam video footage demonstrated how PC Castle was the very first out of the patrol automobile before putting the boy to the wall and after that pressing him to the ground while screaming: 'You're under arrest'.
While on top of the teenager on the ground, he then yelled: 'Get on the ground. Come down. Get down.
'Show me your f *** ing hands, now. Put your f *** ing hands behind your [back]'
The teen, who is plainly distressed, screams and told PC Castle 'I can't' - as the officer is on top of him.
PC Castle's female coworker can then by heard attempting to intervene to de-escalate the scenario, however Castle would not be stopped.
While pointing his finger into the teen's face, he shouted: 'Right, listen, stop shouting like a little b ****. Do you comprehend that? Shut up.'
PC Castle is seen moments after leaving his patrol cars and truck as he takes the youth to the ground
As PC Castle screamed at the boy, he ended up being significantly distressed, shrieking, sobbing and appearing to struggle to breathe
He continues: 'Roll over. Right, you attempt withstanding again, do you understand? Right, stopped talking.
'If you attempt resisting one more time - ideal get your f *** ing hands behind your back, do you comprehend?
'One hand at a time! One hand at a time. Stop shrieking.'
Speaking into his radio PC Castle then requests another system to be sent over since the suspect is 'being a little b ****.'
He then begins screaming at the kid once again, while still on top of him on the ground, and pointing into his face.
'Right, stop withstanding or I'm going to smash you. Do you understand? Put your hands behind your back.'
PC Castle then informs members of the general public who are enjoying on: 'Return, now.'
He places his hands on top of the young boy's face, triggering him to cry out in what seems pain.
He shouts: 'You are under arrest at the moment on suspicion of assault. Right do not move.'
It is simply 90 seconds after PC Castle opened the vehicle door. Throughout the arrest, the 15-year-old could be heard shrieking and screaming 'what have I done wrong?'. At one point he starts weeping and seems struggling to draw breath.
PC Castle (right) won an award for conserving a person from drowning, as well as previously being called Neighbourhood Law enforcement officer of the Year
Colleagues concerned by PC Castle's behaviour during the arrest reported him to senior officers
Fury as policemans is sacked after revealing knife teen 'lack of courtesy and respect' on arrest
On the day of the arrest, the panel heard that the young boy was presumed of assaulting a senior male while riding an e-scooter before getting involved in a fracas with another youth outside McDonalds.
PC Castle, who has twice won a national bravery award consisting of one for saving a senior woman from drowning in an inflamed river in 2023, identified the suspect strolling up Richmond Hill in Bournemouth before the stop.
His coworker tried to action in to soothe the circumstance several times however was all but neglected by PC Castle, video footage programs.
Giving proof, PC Castle said he became 'overwhelmed and frightened' when the boy resisted as his mind flashed back to his arrest of a county lines drug dealership 18 months previously which led him fearing for his life.
As the officer battled with the dealership, his associate who was guaranteed was being informed to 'cut him' - before an off-duty officer stepped in to defend him.
PC Castle confessed he had exceeded the mark with his language and hostility and broke down in tears as he said: 'I'm embarrassed by the video and I apologise for my actions.
'Anyone who understands me in public or personal life understands that is not how I act. When he started yelling and withstanding I stressed and became overwhelmed.
'I did not choke the suspect and I did not get him in a headlock. I was trying to keep his head still with the palm of my hand so he did not hit his head.
'I did not put my complete weight on him as my knees were on the concrete. I just applied enough weight to keep his body still.
PC Lorne Castle confessed that he 'lost control' throughout the arrest and tearfully apologised for his 'out of character' actions at an authorities disciplinary hearing
'During the arrest I saw the knife fall out of his waistband so he was apprehended for a knife offense. I think the arrest needed to be made however I lost control of the situation.'
Mark Ley Morgan, representing Dorset Police at the hearing, said the knife was not relevant as PC Castle did not know the kid had it when making the arrest.
Mr Morgan stated: 'PC Castle breached requirements of professional behaviour by stopping working to show self control and failing to treat him with courtesy or respect.
'He abused his power and authority and his behaviour weakened self-confidence in the cops.
'It was absolutely unneeded and disproportionate, and it is so severe that termination would be warranted.'
'PC Castle has let the police service and his coworkers down and he does not represent the many hard-working officers and staff of Dorset Police.
'The result shows the seriousness of this matter and ensures that he will no longer hold a function in policing and the benefit of constable.
'I am grateful to the officers for having the nerve to do the ideal thing and report their concerns about PC Castle's actions.'
After the hearing, Dorset Police Deputy Chief Constable Rachel Farrell acknowledged that officers did a 'tough job' however stated PC Castle let the force down by his actions.
She stated: 'I have never remained in any doubt that PC Castle's actions were extreme, aggressive and improper and I can understand the communities we serve will be worried about this case.
PC Castle (right), imagined with his spouse Denise, accepts he dedicated misbehavior however denies his behaviour amounted to gross misconduct
But the judgment showed dissentious with lots of reacting online and speaking up in assistance of the officer.
Norman Brennan, a retired policeman and creator of the project group Protect the Protectors, implicated Dorset Police of tossing PC Castle 'under a bus'.
He said: 'Senior officers at Dorset Police have taken leave of their senses. This choice epitomises how they have actually lost touch with the risk and truth of frontline policing. It is bloody insanity.
'Police officers when facing unstable or violent scenarios will sometimes swear and use some unsavoury words.
'All arrests include some kind of force and pressing someone even in the face throughout a battle is not constantly deliberate and even if it is its part and parcel in numerous arrests when restraining a suspect. No arrest lacks some sort of force.
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'I'm sick and sick of officers being disciplined for things like this and I think the majority of the general public would think this is absolutely bonkers.
'Many senior officers kowtow to the constant criticism of the cops in a sort of appeasement and frequently toss officers under the bus or to the wolves as sacrificial lambs. Cases like this are more likely to deter individuals from signing up with the authorities.'
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