Serial rapist police officer passed vetting despite warnings, BBC reveals
Summary
A police officer in Scotland, Alan Greer, who was later found to be a violent serial rapist, joined the police force despite having criminal warnings on his record. Police Scotland has confirmed they knew about some offenses before hiring him but said current checks would catch such issues.Key Facts
- Alan Greer was investigated in 2002 and 2005 for making inappropriate phone calls to women.
- He received a formal police caution from the Metropolitan Police in 2005.
- Despite knowing this caution, Strathclyde Police accepted Greer into the force in 2009.
- Greer worked as a police officer for 17 years before taking his own life in 2024.
- During his career, he committed multiple serious sexual offenses, including rape and assault.
- Police Scotland has identified 15 victims but believes the actual number may be higher.
- Police Scotland now conducts annual integrity tests and regular re-vetting of officers.
- Assistant Chief Constable Lynn Ratcliff said Greer would not pass today’s vetting checks.
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