Merseyside Police is investigating one of its officers for using insulting language.
Footage of the incident in Concert Square circulated on social media in which the individual appeared to confront a member of the public filming them on a phone.
The officer is heard to address the person behind the camera, saying: “Do you have a problem? Do you just want to video people? Bit noncey that, mate.”
The force has now confirmed that it is looking into the video, which was widely distributed on TikTok and X during the weekend, after a complaint was lodged.
“We can confirm we have received a complaint regarding a video circulated on X and TikTok over the weekend,” read a statement on X.
“We uphold and expect the highest standards of conduct and values from all our officers and staff.
“As there is a review ongoing by our professional standards department, comments on our post have been temporarily disabled.
“Following the review, we will provide further updates as appropriate.”