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Met Police officer proposed as new chief constable

PCC for Hampshire/Isle of Wight Alexis Boon wearing his uniform looking straight at the camera with a slight smile.PCC for Hampshire/Isle of Wight
Alexis Boon has led counter terrorism operations across the UK and ran the Met's Flying Squad

A senior Met Police officer has been named the preferred candidate for the role of Hampshire & Isle of Wight's chief constable.

Alexis Boon, currently deputy assistant commissioner for the force in London, has led counter terrorism operations and run the Met's Flying Squad.

The police and crime are set to review police and crime commissioner (PCC) Donna Jones's proposed choice at a hearing on 24 June.

The current chief constable, Scott Chilton, retired after it was confirmed he was being investigated for two alleged workplace relationships. Sam de Reya is currently acting chief.

PCC Donna Jones said: "Alexis is a highly experienced senior police officer who has worked his way up the ranks – from constable to leading counter terrorism operations across the UK and running the Flying Squad.

"I am very much looking forward to working closely with Alexis to deliver on my Police and Crime Plan and to lead the force with strength, integrity, and commitment to providing an outstanding service to the public."

Mr Boon started his career with Surrey Police in 1998.

In 2021 he was awarded the Queen's Police Medal for distinguished service in the Queen's birthday honours.

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