I think I better stop writing now, because I'm sure mere mention of the words "Walter" and "Mitty" in the same sentence has already flagged up on Northamptonshire Police's radar.
Only joking.
You might remember that former Chief Constable Nick Adderley was dismissed for gross misconduct, having fabricated a past military service that stretched not only credulity, but also time and space.
You can read all about Adderley's misdemeanors in my earlier article.
It all came unstuck for the wannabe First Sea Lord when he was caught posing on camera wearing various medals and military accouterments to which he had no entitlement - specifically a South Atlantic Medal, awarded to veterans of the Falklands War, and a Royal Navy junior officer's peaked cap, worn by officers below the rank of Commander.
Simon Tilley, 44, of Branksome Avenue, Kingsthorpe Hollow, appeared in custody before Northampton Magistrates' Court on Monday, 24th December 2024.
Tilley is accused of the aggravated (section 4A) stalking of Adderley and two other senior police officers, who came to prominence during his investigation into Adderley's conduct. He is also accused of three offences of perverting the course of justice.
Given the serious nature of the allegations, Tilley did not enter a plea. He has been remanded in custody until his next appearance at Northampton Crown Court on Tuesday, 11th February 2025 - although I would fully expect him to be granted bail before then.
Obviously I am somewhat limited in what I can say about the allegations against Tilley. What I can say is that over the last year or so his journalistic endeavours have attracted negative attention (and damage limitation) from Northamptonshire Police.
It will be very interesting to see how this story develops.
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