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IPCC investigation underway into Sussex Police Inspector
An Inspector from Sussex Police was arrested for misconduct in a public office on Thursday (2 March 2017) as part of an IPCC investigation known as Operation Nectarine.
The officer, based at Brighton police station, has now been bailed pending further investigation. Allegations were referred to the IPCC that he has had improper relationships with women in Sussex in the course of his duties.
IPCC investigators made a search of the man’s workplace and home and have also attempted to contact some of the women concerned to explain our role. The IPCC has also launched a witness appeal. If anyone has any information that may help the investigation they can contact the IPCC on 0800 015 4877 or email nectarine@ipcc.gsi.gov.uk(link sends e-mail)
An IPCC spokesperson said: “These are clearly serious allegations that require an independent investigation. Allegations that an officer may have been using his role to form relationships with women will be of concern to the community and it was necessary to take the investigative step of arresting him and conducting searches to secure evidence.”
