Devon and Cornwall PC sacked over drink-driving

The hearing found Woodward's actions amounted to gross misconduct, and he will now be added to the barred list, meaning he will not be able to work in policing or other law enforcement agencies.

Head of professional standards, Sup Alex Doughty, said: "This officer's actions were in no way aligned to the conduct in which police officers and staff conduct themselves day in and day out.

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"We have all seen as we go about our duty that drink-driving has the potential for the most serious of consequences, and we continually educate the public on the risks of driving under the influence and other Fatal Five causes.

"I am wholly disappointed that the officer, on that day, took the actions that he did and agree with the decision made by the chair."