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Former Hampshire chief constable Scott Chilton admits misconduct over an affair
Overview
Scott Chilton, the former chief constable of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, has admitted to misconduct by failing to disclose an extra-marital affair. He is facing a police standards tribunal regarding relationships with two female officers, though he denies allegations of abusing his position for a sexual purpose, preventing an investigation into a previous affair, and gross misconduct.
Key points
- Scott Chilton admitted that not disclosing a historical relationship fell short of expected police standards.
- Chilton faces a police standards tribunal over alleged relationships with two female officers.
- He denies allegations of abusing his position as chief constable for a sexual purpose and attempting to cover up evidence.
- Chilton's barrister withdrew from the hearing due to the former chief constable's medical issues preventing his attendance.
- The tribunal agreed to proceed without hearing from witnesses.