I think its inevitable that when human beings are given power of any kind it results in things like this. How could the thrill of being able to think these things and say these things whilst simultaneously arresting people for far less , not lead to a force made up of people predominantly men, who are like this.
Most humans can't really handle the power tbh.
How many could realky be around something all the time, seeing people getting away with all sorts if disturbing behaviours , and not even be tempted to try it themselves. Especially when both matter how much if an arsehole you are, people will still just be grateful you even showed up.
The current climate of the modern day " burn the witch" has given everyone an acceptable reason to behave this way too.