Suffolk prison officer arrested on suspicion of 'inappropriate relationship' with inmate

They've also been suspended from their job

HMP Highpoint
Author: Sian RochePublished 16th Jul 2024

A prison officer in a Suffolk prison's been arrested on suspicion of having an 'inappropriate relationship' with an inmate.

It's believed to have happened at HMP Highpoint, which is near Haverhill.

The Prison Service tells Greatest Hits Radio its investigations are continuing, but confirmed a staff member at the prison has been suspended.

A Prison Service spokesperson said: “Staff corruption is not tolerated and this staff member has been suspended.

"It would be inappropriate to comment further while the police investigate.”

The Eastern Region Special Operations Unit (ERSOU) has been contacted for comment.

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