Metropolitan Police officer PC Tony Watts has been convicted of rape after an investigation into an off-duty incident that occurred between mid-January and early February 2020. He was arrested in May 2022 following the victim's report and was charged with rape in September 2022 after being suspended from duty. Following a trial at Croydon Crown Court, he was found guilty and remanded in custody. The case emphasizes the need for accountability within the police force and encourages other victims to come forward for support.
PC Tony Watts, a Metropolitan Police officer from the North Area Command Unit, has been convicted of rape following an investigation into an off-duty incident.
Watts was found guilty after a trial at Croydon Crown Court and will be sentenced on August 11. He was arrested after the incident was reported in May 2022.
Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines stated that PC Watts showed a complete disregard for his duty to protect women and girls and emphasized the importance of holding such individuals accountable.
Victims are encouraged to come forward if they feel their sexual encounter was not right, and the Met aims to support them throughout the process.
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