Alderney's top officer has been suspended by Guernsey Police.
Sergeant James Priest has been placed on gardening leave after a complaint was made by a member of the public.
Detective chief inspector Nigel Taylor, of Guernsey Police, said: "I can confirm that a police sergeant has been suspended from duty pending further internal disciplinary action. Clearly it would be inappropriate to comment further at this time."
An investigation into the complaint against Sgt Priest has been conducted by the Police Professional Standards Department. A report is expected in mid-May, by which time a behind-closed-doors hearing will take place.
Speaking at his Alderney home this afternoon, Sgt Priest said: "I cannot comment on the issue being investigated. However, I can say that since I arrived in the island I have - and will always - support the best interests of Alderney."
Sgt Priest was appointed Alderney's chief of police 15 months ago. During his tenure recorded crime in the island has reduced, while arrests have increased. He has also introduced neighbourhood policing to the island.
The Guernsey Bereavement Service has made three visits to Alderney over the past few months and would like to continue to help you. We are visiting the island again on
Tuesday, 23rd February 2024 and would invite anyone who feels they would like Bereavement Counselling to telephone the Bereavement Service Office on 257778 to make a time to meet one of our counsellors.
The Guernsey Bereavement Service has made three visits to Alderney over the past few months and would like to continue to help you. We are visiting the island again on
Tuesday, 23rd February 2024 and would invite anyone who feels they would like Bereavement Counselling to telephone the Bereavement Service Office on 257778 to make a time to meet one of our counsellors. 