Chief Constable Nick Adderley medal evidence passed to prosecutors

Nick Adderley remains suspended from his post as chief constable

A file of evidence has been sent to prosecutors about the Northamptonshire chief constable accused of misrepresenting his military service.

The police watchdog said it had completed its investigation into the allegations against Nick Adderley.

He has been accused of wearing a Falklands War medal that he did not earn and falsely stating he was a Royal Navy officer.

The Crown Prosecution Service will decide whether to bring charges.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) separately recommended in January that he should face a gross misconduct hearing.

Regional director for the IOPC Emily Barry said "Following careful investigation, we have now submitted an evidential report to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

"A referral to the CPS is made when the IOPC investigation indicates that a criminal offence may have been committed. It does not mean that criminal charges will necessarily follow."

Ms Barry added: "The CPS will decide whether charges should be brought, based on the test set out in the Code for Crown Prosecutors."

Mr Adderley remains suspended following the allegations.

The misconduct hearing is due to take place next month.

Mr Adderley is also facing a second criminal inquiry over allegations of fraud in relation to the maintenance of police vehicles while serving at Staffordshire Police.