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Gareth Higginbottom

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Gareth Higginbottom

Reduction in rank

Sergeant

Greater Manchester Police

Summary

Greater Manchester Police Sergeant Gareth Higginbottom faced a misconduct hearing regarding allegations of sexual harassment, including the sending of insulting messages and unsolicited sexualised comments toward junior female colleagues. The misconduct panel found the allegations proven as Gross Misconduct, and on 1 July 2026, the outcome was determined to be a reduction in rank.

Record Details

Misconduct Category

Sexual Misconduct

Outcome

Reduction in rank

Outcome Date

1 July 2026

Rank

Sergeant

Official Source

Greater Manchester Police

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Record Information

Date Added: 24 July 2026

Last Updated: 6 August 2026

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