Police Official Dismissed Following Palantir AI Audit
The Metropolitan Police dismissed a volunteer chief inspector after it was discovered through AI-powered monitoring systems that he had copied intimate images onto his work phone.
In the UK, the Metropolitan Police dismissed the head of its volunteer forces following a disciplinary hearing after Palantir's AI-based monitoring system detected that he had copied inappropriate images onto his work phone.
AI-Powered Investigation
The Metropolitan Police uncovered the misconduct through reviews conducted using lawful work monitoring methods and Palantir's Foundry system, which utilizes artificial intelligence technology.
Dismissal Decision
Special Chief Inspector James Deller, who led volunteer officers, was dismissed from the force following a disciplinary hearing held on Friday.
Detected Misconduct
Investigators determined that Deller copied intimate photos sent via WhatsApp using a device allocated by the agency to his personal device between July and August 2025.
Legal Proceedings and Consequences
Following the incident, which was uncovered as part of an operation named Project Galatasaray, James Deller will be added to the College of Policing's barred list.