Horner faced an eight-week-long probe by an independent lawyer appointed by Red Bull after claims of inappropriate behaviour were made against him by a female employee.
Following analysis of evidence at the centre of the matter, plus interviews with key figures at the team, Horner was cleared of any wrongdoing on the eve of the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
A statement from Red Bull at the time said: “The independent investigation into the allegations made against Mr Horner is complete, and Red Bull can confirm that the grievance has been dismissed. The complainant has a right of appeal.”
While no further details were offered about the findings of the investigation, Autosport has learned that one of the consequences has been to take action against the employee at the centre of the matter.
It is understood that she remained employed by the Milton Keynes-based team until as recently as this week but has now been suspended.
There has been no official statement from the team about the matter, and a spokesman refused to confirm any details when approached by Autosport.
He said: “We are unable to comment as it is an internal matter.”
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Source: Autosport