Linda Williams, a former detective, has spoken out against the Metropolitan Police Service regarding their internal investigation into sexual assault allegations against David Carrick. Carrick, a former officer, was sentenced to life imprisonment in 2023 after pleading guilty to a series of sexual offenses committed against 12 different women over nearly two decades. Williams, who was one of the victims, stated that the process of reporting the assault and navigating the subsequent police investigation was deeply damaging to her mental health and well-being.

According to Williams, the institutional response from the Metropolitan Police was inadequate and insensitive, leading her to describe the experience as 'like being raped again.' Her public statement highlights ongoing concerns regarding the culture within the Metropolitan Police and the effectiveness of their internal disciplinary and investigative procedures when dealing with allegations against their own personnel. The case has become a focal point for broader discussions about systemic failures within the force, particularly concerning the vetting and monitoring of officers who go on to commit serious crimes. The Metropolitan Police have faced significant scrutiny and calls for reform following the revelations of Carrick’s long-term criminal activity while serving as a police officer.