Ex-Met Officer Convicted of Assault, Acquitted of Rape, Receives Community Order

A former officer of the Metropolitan Police, Jorden Brown, has been found guilty of assault. The conviction, for assault occasioning actual bodily harm, was delivered at Snaresbrook Crown Court on June 3rd of the previous year. Brown had resigned from the police force prior to the trial.

Brown, formerly assigned to the Central East Command Unit, was acquitted of several charges. These included two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, one count of rape, and a charge of controlling or coercive behavior.

The 42-year-old received an 18-month community order. The sentencing occurred on August 28th, 2024, as confirmed by the Crown Prosecution Service. The offenses were reported to have taken place between November 2018 and February 2019. The incidents involved a single victim known to Brown and were alleged to have occurred while he was off-duty.

The incidents were reported to the police in October 2019, leading to an investigation and Brown's suspension from duty. The Metropolitan Police confirmed Brown's resignation before the trial. His departure occurred during a separate investigation by the Met's Directorate of Professional Standards, which concerned unrelated matters.

A misconduct hearing for Brown was held in June 2023. The hearing determined that he had committed gross misconduct. The Metropolitan Police stated that Brown would have been dismissed if he had still been employed by the force.

The community order included requirements for rehabilitation activity, not exceeding 30 days, 120 hours of unpaid work, and a victim surcharge of £90.