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Gloucestershire chief constable suspended over misconduct claim

Mr Hansen joined the constabulary as deputy chief constable in May 2013 and took the top job in May 2017, becoming the 16th person to head up the force in its history.

Gloucestershire PCC Chris Nelson said he has suspended Mr Hansen pending the outcome of the IOPC investigation.

“I will emphasise that the decision to suspend is a neutral act. It has no bearing on any indication of guilt and should not be seen as such,” Mr Nelson said.

“I have spoken to His Majesty’s Chief Inspector of Constabulary, Andy Cooke, after taking this decision. The executive board will provide continuity for the organisation.

“My team and I are now working with other colleagues in policing to nationally identify a temporary chief constable who can lead Gloucestershire Constabulary during this period.

Mr Nelson said he knows the news will come as a shock to many.

“It will be up to the IOPC to lead on any communication about the investigation that it considers necessary,” he continued.

“In the meantime, I would like to assure residents and criminals alike that the constabulary will be operating as normal, keeping our residents safe, and preventing and detecting crime.”


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