AN investigation into allegations of misconduct has concluded that Warwickshire Police's Chief Constable Martin Jelley has 'no case to answer'.

The investigation examined Mr Jelley’s conduct in relation to the delay of referring a matter to the Independent Police Complaints Commission while he was the Deputy Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police. He took up the position of Chief Constable of Warwickshire Police in April this year.

Chief Constable Martin Jelley said: “Clearly I am pleased that this investigation has concluded and that I have been fully exonerated by the IPCC. I have been determined throughout this process not to be distracted from my core job and to continue working hard along with my officers and staff to protect the public of Warwickshire.”

Warwickshire Police and Crime Commissioner Ron Ball says he is 'pleased but not surprised' that the IPCC has returned this decision in its investigation into Chief Constable Martin Jelley.

He said: “While I am unable to comment in further detail due to an ongoing related investigation, I am satisfied that all the matters relating to Martin have now been resolved. It comes as no surprise to me that there was no case to answer and I am delighted that his name and good reputation have been re-affirmed.

“Throughout the course of the investigation, I have been extremely impressed with Martin’s professionalism and dedication, which never faltered despite what I am sure must been a personally difficult period.

“Today’s update from the IPCC vindicates the decision I took to allow Martin to take up his appointment as planned in April and I am pleased he will now be able to focus exclusively on his work with Warwickshire Police now that these matters have been resolved.”