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PC Fiona Anderson Acquitted of Sexual Assault Charges Allegedly Held in Cardiff
Bristol, 28 September 2026 – Police Constable Fiona Anderson, 34, has been found not guilty by a jury at Bristol Crown Court of two counts of sexual assault that were alleged to have occurred while she was visiting Cardiff in 2018.
The court heard that the alleged victim claimed to have “frozen” and did not consent to sexual acts during the incident. However, after deliberation, the jury cleared Anderson of both charges, which prompted a visible display of relief from her as the verdict was delivered.
During the trial, it was claimed that Anderson, a member of the Devon and Cornwall Police since 2015, had performed oral sex on the complainant without consent and had touched her inappropriately. Prosecutors argued that Anderson was “disgustingly drunk” and had not accepted the other woman’s refusal of sexual contact, despite her statement, “I don’t want to have sex with you.”
The prosecution’s case included testimony from Ms Emma Martin, who recounted that Anderson allegedly told the complainant, “I know the law, I need you to say yes.” This accusation was continually denied by Anderson throughout the trial, who stated she could not recall significant details of the night in question due to her level of intoxication.
Anderson maintained that she would not have engaged in any sexual activity if there had not been clear consent from the complainant. She also firmly denied biting the alleged victim or any indication that she removed clothing without consent.
The matter initially came to attention when Anderson was arrested in March 2023 and subsequently suspended from duty pending the legal proceedings.
After hearing the evidence and arguments from both sides, the jury found in favour of Anderson, and His Honour Judge Hart informed her that she was free to leave the dock.
This case highlights serious allegations within the police force and underscores the importance of consent in all interactions.
