THE Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire Angus Macpherson has decided not to suspend Chief Constable Patrick Geenty whilst the investigation by the IPCC is ongoing.

The investigation by the IPCC is about accusations Mr Geenty withheld information relating to a sexual abuse allegation in 2009.

Mr Macpherson said: "After giving careful consideration to information I have received from the IPCC, together with independent legal advice which my office commissioned, I have decided that the public interest would be best served by Mr Geenty continuing in his role whilst the IPCC investigation is underway.

“I am required to consult the IPCC on this decision and I have done so.

"Nothing has been placed before me at this stage which, in my judgment, would justify suspension. If new evidence is produced by the enquiry team, I will review my decision.

"It would not be appropriate to make any further comment whilst the IPCC investigation is underway."