The Metropolitan Police have dropped a rape and sexual assault investigation into Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell, concluding that the evidence did not meet the threshold for prosecution. The MP for Romford was arrested in May 2022 on suspicion of multiple offences, including indecent assault, sexual assault, rape, abuse of position of trust, and misconduct in public office.
The investigation stemmed from a report received in January 2020 concerning alleged offences that took place in London between 2002 and 2009. Rosindell has consistently denied any wrongdoing and was never charged. During the 21-month inquiry, he refrained from voting or speaking in the House of Commons but continued his parliamentary work, including foreign trips.
A Met Police spokesperson stated: 'A thorough investigation has been carried out by detectives. They concluded that the evidence did not meet the threshold set by crown prosecutors. The man has been informed he will face no further action.' Rosindell's spokesperson said he had been 'completely exonerated' and had been working constantly for Romford throughout the period.
Rosindell is set to stand for re-election as the Conservative candidate for Romford after being unanimously reselected by his local association last year. He will continue to represent his constituency, having been cleared of all allegations.
