A suspended sentence was given to a former police officer for sharing sensitive information with her family regarding the Nicola Bulley investigation. Lancashire Police received a report in March 2023 about the unauthorized disclosure of police information. PC Molly Bury’s mother was overheard in Burnley mentioning that Molly had checked the police system, revealing details about separate murder and rape investigations, including that of Ms. Bulley, who had disappeared in St Michael’s on Wyre and later found drowned in the River Wyre.
In December 2023, a warrant was issued for a property in Oswaldtwistle, leading to the seizure of electronic devices that showed Bury had accessed police computer systems between October 31, 2019, and May 8, 2023, while on rest days or sick leave. Following her arrest and interview in March, she admitted to 32 counts under the Computer Misuse Act and received a suspended six-month sentence at Chester Magistrates’ Court. Bury resigned as a police officer during the investigation and was found guilty of gross misconduct in a hearing.
Det Ch Insp Pete Reil expressed disappointment in Bury’s actions, emphasizing the public’s trust in the police to handle their data responsibly, especially in cases involving crime victims. Bury’s behavior was deemed below the standards expected by the constabulary and the public, resulting in her addition to the police barred list. The incident highlights the importance of upholding confidentiality and integrity within law enforcement to maintain public trust and confidence in the system
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