Judge Constance Briscoe arrested by Kent Police officers
Constance Briscoe was
questioned by officers from Kent Police
A high-profile judge has been arrested and questioned by Kent
Police.
Constance Briscoe - who has previously appeared as a
barrister at Canterbury Crown Court - was held by officers from the
force at her home on Saturday.
The 55-year-old has now been released on police bail
pending a police investigation.
Ms Briscoe is understood to have been suspended by the judiciary
pending the outcome.
A Kent Police spokesman said: "A 55-year-old woman was arrested
in Clapham, south London, on Saturday, October 6.
"She was interviewed by officers and bailed pending further
investigation."
The details of Ms Briscoe's alleged crime cannot be revealed for
legal reasons.
09/10/12
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