Two Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation by the Independent Office of Police Conduct (IOPC) for their alleged failures in managing a serial sex offender who went on to murder two women.

Simon Levy, 40, was being monitored by police and was on bail when he committed further offenses, including a violent rape in January 2025, and the murders of Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo, 53, in March 2025, and Sheryl Wilkins, 39, five months later.

The IOPC confirmed that a police constable is being investigated for gross misconduct, while a detective sergeant faces a misconduct investigation. These investigations stem from the management of Levy over a four-year period, from his first conviction in September 2021 for sexual assault charges up until his arrest in September 2025. The Metropolitan Police, British Transport Police, and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) have all acknowledged significant shortcomings in the case.

The watchdog is examining whether actions could or should have been taken to prevent Levy's reoffending and if all officers involved in his management adhered to established policies, procedures, and training. The IOPC is also assessing what lessons can be learned, whether individually, force-wide, or nationally, and if any changes should be implemented in light of the events.

Levy was found guilty at the Old Bailey on Friday of two counts of murder, two counts of rape, grievous bodily harm with intent, and non-fatal suffocation. He had a history of convictions for attacking women dating back to July 2018, including an offense against a prison officer in 2022. He had been released from prison on license in February 2023 and was briefly recalled to prison in May 2024 after accusations of rape and breaching his license, though he was not charged at that time.

The jury delivered a majority verdict, finding Levy guilty on all counts. He has been remanded into custody and is scheduled for sentencing on August 12.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil John, who led the investigation, described Trujillo and Wilkins as "much-loved women" and commended their families for their "incredible dignity and remarkable resolve." He also praised the surviving victim for her "commendable bravery" in providing vital evidence, and appealed for any other potential victims to come forward.

The IOPC's investigation began in January following a voluntary conduct referral from the Metropolitan Police. The watchdog cautioned that issuing misconduct or gross misconduct notices does not automatically lead to disciplinary proceedings.