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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Brian Farmer

Ex-detective accused by Des O’Connor’s daughter ‘made inappropriate comments’

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A former detective who sent “inappropriate messages” to the daughter of late entertainer Des O’Connor while investigating a crime report “frequently” made “inappropriate” comments when in command of a police unit, a High Court judge has been told.

Mr Justice Swift heard allegations about the behaviour of James Mason, a former Metropolitan Police detective chief inspector, during the latest stage of litigation centred on Kristina O’Connor.

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