Wakefield detective to face trial accused of strangling ex-partner

Det Con Dean Hammond, who worked in Wakefield, is accused of offences against his former partner

A West Yorkshire Police detective has denied strangling, beating and controlling his former partner.

At Grimsby Crown Court on Wednesday, Det Con Dean Hammond, 43, pleaded not guilty to intentional strangulation, assault by beating and controlling and coercive behaviour.

The alleged offences were committed while he was off-duty, police said.

Mr Hammond, of St Mary's Close, Hessle, was granted conditional bail, with a trial date set for 4 March 2024.

The West Yorkshire force confirmed he had worked as a detective in Wakefield, but was suspended from duty after a complaint was made to police.

The allegations were investigated by Humberside Police.