A serving Metropolitan Police officer from Bromley has been charged with sexual assault, according to a statement released by the force.
Internal Response
[block_2]The Metropolitan Police confirmed that its directorate of professional standards is aware of the charge against Pc Gudgeon. The officer has been placed on restricted duties pending the outcome of the legal proceedings.
Upcoming Court Appearance
[block_4]PC Christopher Gudgeon is scheduled to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on July 31 to face the charges.
Official Statement
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police provided the following statement:
Pc Christopher Gudgeon, 41, of the Central South Basic Command Unit, has been charged with sexual assault by postal requisition on July 9. The charge follows a report of an off-duty sexual assault in 2022. Our directorate of professional standards is aware of the charge, and Pc Gudgeon is currently on restricted duties. He will appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on July 31.
