A former West Midlands Police officer is set to appear in court charged with multiple counts of serious misconduct and drug-related offences.
Charges Allege Intimate Links and Data Breaches
Ex-police constable Kayleigh Moye, aged 28, faces four counts of misconduct in public office (MIPO). The charges relate to allegations that she improperly accessed police computer systems to obtain information about four known criminals. It is further alleged that she formed intimate relationships with these individuals and failed to notify her force about these connections.
In addition to the misconduct charges, Moye has been charged with one count of being concerned in the supply of cannabis to a named individual. She also faces two counts of possessing the Class B drug, cannabis. All drug charges are brought under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971.
Investigation and Timeline of Alleged Offences
The alleged offences are said to have occurred over a significant period, between September 2022 and February 2024. The case came to light following a referral by West Midlands Police to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in November 2023.
The IOPC's anti-corruption unit directed the subsequent investigation, which was carried out by the force itself. Upon completion, a comprehensive file of evidence was submitted to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), which made the decision to authorise the criminal charges.
Court Appearance and Official Statements
Kayleigh Moye is scheduled to appear before Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, 14 January. The IOPC confirmed the court date in an official statement detailing the charges.
The case highlights the serious consequences of abusing police powers and systems for personal gain. It also underscores the role of independent oversight bodies in investigating allegations of corruption within police forces. The proceedings will now move through the judicial system to determine the outcome of the charges.
