JERSEY’S Home Affairs Minister has condemned the former officer leading the historical abuse inquiry for criticising the handling of the investigation.Last month Detective Superintendent Mick Gradwell told the JEP that the excavation of Haut de la Garenne was a waste of public money, time and effort. He criticised the handling of the investigation, led by his predecessor, former deputy police chief Lenny Harper.
During States Question Time yesterday Deputy Roy Le Hérissier asked Senator Ian Le Marquand whether he agreed with the comments made by the officer, who has now left the States of Jersey police and returned to the UK.
Although States Members are not allowed to mention individuals by name, Senator Le Marquand said: ‘I can say that in general terms it is highly regrettable when police officers who are retiring start to express views on matters on which they were involved professionally.’
Article posted on 22nd September, 2009 - 2.57pm
Returning UK police officer under fire