A serving Metropolitan Police officer from Southwark has been accused of child sex offences dating back to the 1980s. The officer, who has not been named, is alleged to have committed the offences in the 1980s, but it is not clear when the allegations first came to light.
The Met Police confirmed that an officer had been suspended following the allegations and that an investigation is underway. The force said it takes all allegations of this nature 'very seriously' and is working closely with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) to determine the next course of action.
The CPS has not yet confirmed whether any charges will be brought against the officer, but a spokesperson said that the investigation is ongoing and that a decision on charges will be made in due course.
This is not the first time a serving Met Police officer has been accused of child sex offences. In recent years, several officers have been arrested, charged, and convicted of similar crimes, sparking concerns about the extent of the problem within the force.
The Met Police has faced criticism over its handling of historical child sex abuse allegations, with some accusing the force of a 'cover-up'. The force has denied these allegations, but has acknowledged that it has work to do to rebuild trust with the public.