Serving Greater Manchester Police officer arrested on suspicion of sexual assault

A serving Greater Manchester Police officer has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault in connection with an investigation into misconduct in the workplace, police have said.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said a 47-year-old man had been arrested and suspended from his role.

The Force said it received reports of misconduct in its workplace

He had previously been suspended from duty following the allegations but has now been detained and questioned by detectives.

On Thursday night, he remained in custody.

A spokesperson for the force said: “We can confirm we have received reports of misconduct in the workplace against a serving GMP officer, who has been suspended following these allegations.

“An investigation is underway by our professionals standards branch and a 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as part of our enquiries.”

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