POLICE have issued a statement after an officer resigned while facing a second disciplinary hearing.

Barrow PC Dave Edwards was suspended in January after allegedly assaulting colleagues at the Townhouse.

He was given a final written warning in November after assaulting his wife.

Chief Inspector Jenny Beattie, Head of Professional Standards, said: “Cumbria Constabulary treats all criminal allegations made against police officers and police staff extremely seriously. Criminal investigations against police officers and staff are carried out in the same way as any other investigation and completed thoroughly and professionally.

“The officer has been investigated in connection with criminal offences, however, there was insufficient evidence for a criminal prosecution. As a result the officer will face disciplinary proceedings.

“Disciplinary proceedings have not yet taken place but are scheduled to take place in public in the near future."