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Metropolitan Police Officer Found Guilty of Multiple Rapes

4/21/2026

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Dion Arnold, a 33-year-old Metropolitan Police officer, was found guilty of four counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and two counts of sexual assault.
The offenses occurred between March 2023 and March 2025 and involved women not met through police work.
He exploited his authority, pressuring victims.
Police said he remains suspended and will face a misconduct hearing; sentencing is set for June 22 at Guildford Crown Court.

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Story summary

Dion Arnold, a 33-year-old Metropolitan Police officer, was found guilty of four counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, and two counts of sexual assault.
The offenses occurred between March 2023 and March 2025 and involved women not met through police work.
He exploited his authority, pressuring victims.
Police said he remains suspended and will face a misconduct hearing; sentencing is set for June 22 at Guildford Crown Court.