Former police officer accused of having ‘inappropriate’ relationship with woman faces hearing

The former police officer will face an upcoming misconduct hearing

A former Cambridgeshire Police officer has been accused of having an “inappropriate” personal relationship with a woman. Former PC Neil Woodley has been accused of breaching the standards of professional behaviour to the level of gross misconduct.

It is alleged that former PC Woodley formed and maintained an “inappropriate personal relationship with a female member of the public” between June 12, 2022, and April 5, 2023.

He is accused of acting in a manner likely to bring discredit upon the police service. Between the same time frame, the former officer allegedly failed to discharge his duties and responsibilities diligently by failing to take appropriate safeguarding measures following reports of suicidal intent and/or self harm by a woman.

It is alleged that former PC Woodley breached the standards of professional behaviour in duties and responsibilities and discreditable conduct. An upcoming misconduct hearing will determine whether he committed gross misconduct.

The hearing will take place online on Tuesday, September 1.