Former Met officer who served in same unit as David Carrick and Wayne Couzens found guilty of sexual offences

The 57-year-old former officer was convicted of one count of rape, three of sexual assault and one of perverting the course of justice after a trial. The court heard that Tyrrell raped the woman by having sex with her after she repeatedly said no.

Tyrrell had been attached to the parliamentary and diplomatic protection command, the same unit where convicted rapists Couzens and David Carrick both worked. The case adds to growing concerns about the Met's internal culture and vetting procedures.

Victim's testimony

Prosecutor Catherine Farrelly KC alleged that when the woman resisted Tyrrell's sexual advances "he simply chose to take what he wanted". The court heard that concerns were raised after officers attended her address for a separate matter and found Tyrrell hiding by the side of her bed.

Police response

Ch Supt Sara Leach, commander within specialist operations, said: "This kind of conduct is abhorrent but even more so when it is carried out by a serving officer, who had gained the trust of the victim. We remain appalled that someone like this was serving within our organisation."

Tyrrell previously admitted misconduct in a public office and pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice by persuading the woman to lie to police about why he was in her bedroom. The defendant, of Meltham, West Yorkshire, will be sentenced on 16 December.