Police officer spent £30k at Tesco, McDonald's and Starbucks using 'exploited' neighbour's card
A former Merseyside police officer, Gary Carson, was dismissed after stealing over £30,000 from an elderly neighbor whose bank card he had been entrusted with. Carson used the funds for personal expenses at various retailers and food outlets over a three-year period.
Why it matters
This case underscores issues of police misconduct and the vulnerability of elderly citizens to financial exploitation by trusted individuals.
News Patrick Edrich Crime reporter 18:30, 16 Jun 2026 View Image Merseyside PC Gary Carson was sacked from the force after using his elderly neighbour s card to make £30k of purchases (Image: Facebook)
The article reports on a legal and disciplinary outcome based on documented evidence and hearing findings.
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