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IOPC statement regarding investigation into Hampshire and Isle of Wight Chief Constable Scott Chilton

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2025-04-07
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary

What was investigated

This investigation concerns allegations of gross misconduct against the Chief Constable related to undisclosed conflicts of interest involving workplace relationships. The investigation was initiated following conduct referrals from the Police and Crime Commissioner.

Key findings

  • Chief Constable is under investigation for potential gross misconduct.
  • Allegations include breaches of honesty and integrity standards.
  • Investigation started due to a conduct referral from the PCC.
  • Additional allegations were added after a second referral from the PCC's office.
  • The Chief Constable has retired from the force immediately.
  • The investigation remains ongoing despite the Chief Constable's retirement.
  • No criminal offences have been identified so far.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and no decisions regarding disciplinary proceedings have been made yet.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.