Overview
- Prosecutors charged Nick Adderley with fraud under section 1 of the Fraud Act 2006 and with misconduct in public office under common law.
- The CPS said the case relates to allegations he made false statements about military service and educational achievements when applying to work for the police.
- Adderley, identified by the CPS as the former chief constable of Northamptonshire Police and born on 20 September 1966, is due at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 10 November 2025.
- Malcolm McHaffie, head of the CPS Special Crime Division, said the decision followed an Independent Office for Police Conduct investigation.
- The CPS reminded the public that proceedings are active, stressed his right to a fair trial, and cautioned against reporting or online commentary that could prejudice the case.