Allegations of abuse of powers for sexual purpose against former detective - Avon and Somerset Police

An investigation into the conduct of Detective Constable Simon Jones was carried out by the counter corruption unit of Avon and Somerset Police, under the direction of the IOPC. The investigation looked at allegations that DC Jones formed inappropriate sexual relationships with two women he met through his policing duties. It was also alleged that he misled his supervisor and professional standards department over the nature of one of the relationships. DC Jones was arrested in 2021 over the allegations. Following the end of the investigation, we decided he should face a gross misconduct hearing.