Jamelia Claims She Was Racially Abused By A Police Officer

Singer posts detailed note on Facebook...

Jamelia has claimed that she was racially abused by a police officer.

The R&B singer turned television personality posted a lengthy note on Facebook a few hours ago, detailing her experience.

Jamelia was taking her daughters to the train station, and admits to overtaking when it wasn't appropriate: "This morning I did a bad thing, I overtook someone as I was driving to the train station. I was running late, and in a rush. Not an excuse, it wasn't the right thing to do."

However the driver in the other vehicle then approached the singer, shouting expletives. "I noticed the person had followed us, and was shouting "Is there something wrong with you you stupid b!tch, you should have waited!!" I replied, "I know, I'm so sorry, i was rushing for the train, my apologies" he then retorted "you lot make me f*cking sick" I said "can you please not swear in front of my children" he replied "Oh f*ck off you stupid black b!tch, you lot are sickening" I replied, "OK, goodbye" He then opened his car door in a rage and said "come here and say that to my face!" and as he stepped out, his car started rolling, Thank God."

Jamelia claims that the man was a police officer, and detailed her thoughts on the impact the experience could have on her daughters. "I've always wanted my girls to trust & respect the police, and have confidence that they are there for their protection. But I think the police should realise that profiling works both ways, what you display is what you potentially become in the eyes of a child. How can you expect black children to have faith in the you if they witness their parents being mistreated like this? It is not Ok."

"I will continue raising my girls the way I do, with tolerance, understanding & empathy in ALL situations. These are the foundations of real greatness. I will also teach them that the use of "black" as a slur is absolutely ridiculous. Because being black is one of our most wonderful blessings, and only haters choose to see it as a curse."

Check out the full note below.

It does seem like these incidents are – sadly – becoming more and more common in British society. Here's a leaflet giving advice on what to do if you witness one…

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