Accelerated Misconduct Hearing for Detective Inspector 4744 Shelton

Notice of Accelerated Misconduct Hearing

Date: Wednesday 26th August 2026

Time: 13:00 hours

Venue: Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters, Clemonds Hey, Oakmere Road, Winsford, CW7 2UA

Officer: Detective Inspector 4744 Shelton

Conduct

It is alleged that on 19th February 2026, Detective Inspector Shelton became involved in an investigation being undertaken where there was a personal conflict of interest. It is alleged they have abused their position, accessing Police systems relating to this investigation and attempted to influence the investigation and outcome. They withheld their personal connection to the family of the suspect and how they came to be involved in the investigation from police colleagues.

In behaving in this manner, they have demonstrated a lack of honesty and integrity and abused their position. They have acted in contrary to Force Orders and Instructions under the Force Information Security Procedure (FISP) & Force IT Acceptable Use policy. Due to not having a genuine policing purpose, they have inappropriately disclosed information. Their behaviour discredits the police service and had the potential to undermine public confidence.

It is alleged they have breached the Standards of Professional Behaviour in respect of Honesty & Integrity, Authority, Orders & Instructions, Confidentiality and Discreditable Conduct.

Registration

In accordance with The Police Conduct Regulations 2020, the hearing will be held in public.

Any member of the public who wishes to attend the Misconduct Hearing is required to register by 9am on Friday 25 August 2026, providing their full name, date of birth, address and contact telephone number.

Register to attend the Misconduct Hearing

Due to the capacity of the meeting room, there is a limit on the number of places available for members of the public / media. Access will, therefore, be allocated on a first come-first served basis.

Conditions of entry to Police Misconduct Hearings

• Valid photographic identification will be required to gain access to Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters.
• Please be aware that you may be subject to a search prior to entering the hearing for reasons of security.
• Mobile phones must be switched off during proceedings.
• Recording, photography or filming at Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters is not permitted.

Parking and Facilities

• There is a visitor carpark at Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters, although spaces are limited.
• All persons attending must use the main entrance and report to security where they will be directed to the visitor car park. Visitors will then be directed to reception, where they must register, before being escorted to the hearing room.
• Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters is accessible, and toilet facilities are available.
• Refreshments will not be provided and there are no public refreshment facilities available at the venue.