Ahead of the sentencing of ex-police officer Wayne Couzens for the kidnap, rape and murder of Sarah Everard, Scotland Yard said officers were "sickened, angered and devastated" by his crimes.

In a statement, the force said: "Former Metropolitan Police officer Pc Wayne Couzens will be sentenced for the kidnap, rape and murder of Sarah Everard over the next two days.

"We are sickened, angered and devastated by this man's crimes which betray everything we stand for.

"Our thoughts are with Sarah's family and her many friends. It is not possible for us to imagine what they are going through.

"We recognise his actions raise many questions and concerns but we will not be commenting further until the hearing is complete."