"As part of the investigation, we have today [February 19] arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office and are carrying out searches at addressed in Berkshire and Norfolk, police wrote. The man remained in custody, they said. We will not be naming the arrested man, as per national guidance. Please also remember that this case is now active so care should be taken with any publication to avoid being in contempt of court."
"Following a thorough assessment, we have now opened an investigation into this allegation of misconduct in public office," Wright said. "It is important that we protect the integrity and objectivity of our investigation as we work with our partners to investigate this alleged offense." Police said they appreciated the "considerable public interest" in the case and promised further information in due course."
Thames Valley Police arrested a man in his sixties from Norfolk on February 19 on suspicion of misconduct in public office and carried out searches at addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk. The arrested man remained in custody and will not be named in line with national guidance. Police warned that the case is active and urged caution in publication to avoid contempt of court. Assistant Chief Constable Oliver Wright said a thorough assessment had led to opening an investigation and emphasized protecting the investigation's integrity and objectivity while working with partners. Police acknowledged considerable public interest and promised further information in due course.
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