Overview
- A misconduct hearing in south London on January 12, led by Commander Andy Brittain, dismissed Pc Daniel Traynor without notice.
- The panel found his conduct deliberate and targeted, said he had opportunities to walk away, and noted a lack of insight or acceptance of responsibility.
- Ring doorbell footage showed Traynor push neighbour Joshua Smith before Smith punched back and the pair grappled, prompting a police call.
- Traynor was convicted at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on November 12, 2025 of assault by beating and was given 80 hours’ unpaid work, 15 rehabilitation activity days, £500 in costs and £114 compensation.
- He did not attend the hearing after a refused medical adjournment, denies wrongdoing as self-defence, has appealed his conviction, and is scheduled to appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court on February 2.