Former Chief Constable Found Guilty of Affairs with Two Junior Officers

A former chief constable was found guilty of affairs with two junior officers, displaying dishonesty and lack of integrity, according to a tribunal.

Editorial Desk

October 8, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A former chief constable has been found guilty of engaging in sexual relationships with two junior officers, with a tribunal concluding he demonstrated persistent dishonesty and a lack of integrity.

The case involved Scott Chilton, 53, who was found to have engaged in inappropriate conduct, including sexual activity while on duty and on call for major incidents. The tribunal highlighted his sense of entitlement and failure to maintain professional boundaries.

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Chilton, who was married at the time, allegedly lied about his extra-marital affairs and attempted to intimidate one of the women into silence. The findings from the police standards tribunal underscore serious breaches of conduct and accountability within the force.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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