Hearing outcome for Detective Inspector XXXXXXXXXX

August 2026 - Accelerated Misconduct Hearing - Notification of Outcome

Name of Officer: Detective Inspector XXXXXXXXXX
Date of Hearing: 26/08/2026
Venue: Cheshire Constabulary Headquarters, Clemonds Hey, Oakmere Road, Winsford, CW7 2UA

Conduct that is the subject matter of the case:

On the 19th of February 2026, Detective Inspector XXXXXXXXXX became involved in an investigation which was being undertaken by XXXXXXXXXX where there was a personal conflict of interest. It was alleged they abused their position by accessing police systems relating to the investigation and attempted to influence both the investigation and outcome. They withheld details of their personal connection to the suspect’s family and how they came to be involved in the investigation from police colleagues.

The Accelerated Misconduct Hearing found the allegations proven and determined that Detective Inspector XXXXXXXXXX had committed Gross Misconduct. Detective Inspector XXXXXXXXXX was dismissed without notice.