Former Northants Police chief to appear in court after investigation into false navy claims
Nick Adderley faces charges of misconduct in public office and fraud.
Former Northamptonshire Police Chief Constable Nick Adderley is set to appear in court after being charged following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
The charges relate to allegations that Mr Adderley, 59, lied about having a distinguished Royal Navy career, including claims of serving as a Lieutenant Commander, participating in the Falklands War and being entitled to several navy service medals.
Mr Adderley faces one count of misconduct in public office and one count of fraud, contrary to section 2 of the Fraud Act 2006. He is due to make his first appearance at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 10th November.
IOPC investigators examined claims Adderley made about his military background between 2018 and 2024, including information provided in his CV and application when he applied to become Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police in June 2018.
After reviewing evidence collected by the IOPC, files were sent to the Crown Prosecution Service for consideration of criminal charges.
The Crown Prosecution Service reviewed the evidence and authorised the charges now brought against Mr Adderley.
His case is due to be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court next month.