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- Courts · City of London
IOPC to probe Met handling of child abuse image letter
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) will investigate the Metropolitan Police's handling of a letter containing serious allegations against Thomas Markle Sr, father of the Duchess of Sussex. The letter, received in 2019, allegedly detailed offending which was not passed to overseas authorities.
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Met Police referred to watchdog over Meghan's father's letter
The Metropolitan Police has voluntarily referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) concerning its handling of a letter with allegations against Thomas Markle. The letter, written by his ex-wife, was passed to Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in 2019.
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LatestPolice watchdog probes 2015 handling of indecent images
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating Hertfordshire Constabulary's handling of alleged indecent child images seized in 2015. The probe examines whether the inquiry met guidance on child sex exploitation and human trafficking.
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Policing · HaveringMotorcyclist, 19, dies after police pursuit on A12
A 19-year-old man has died after his motorcycle crashed on the A12 near Gallows Corner. Police had indicated for the rider, who was not displaying registration plates, to stop before the collision occurred. Both the Met's Directorate of Professional Standards and the IOPC have been informed.
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Met Police reviewing handling of 2019 letter on Markle Sr claims
The Metropolitan Police is reviewing its 2019 handling of a letter containing claims of alleged offending outside the UK by Thomas Markle Sr. The force confirmed it passed the letter to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for their awareness but did not share details with other agencies.
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Courts · HillingdonMet Police ordered to reinvestigate Graham Linehan arrest over discrimination claim
The Metropolitan Police must reinvestigate a complaint about the arrest of Graham Linehan at Heathrow Airport. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) found failings in the Met's initial investigation and has directed them to re-examine a discrimination claim made by the writer.
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Man dies after falling ill in Westminster custody
A 42-year-old man has died after becoming unwell in custody at Charing Cross police station in Westminster. Officers found him unresponsive in his cell on 2 October. The IOPC is investigating the actions of custody staff.
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Courts · WestminsterMan dies after being found unresponsive in Charing Cross police cell
A 42-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive in a police cell at Charing Cross Police Station. He was discovered unwell during a cell check and later died in hospital. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating.
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Violent Crime · Greenwich19-year-old e-bike rider dies in Eltham crash
A 19-year-old man has died following a collision involving an e-bike and a parked car in Eltham. The incident occurred on Eltham Hill on September 28. The Independent Office for Police Conduct has been notified.
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Dorset Officer Alex Ayre Died Under Misconduct Probe
Dorset Police officer PC Alex Ayre, 24, died after being struck by a train near Branksome. He was suspended from duty pending a gross misconduct investigation into his off-duty behaviour.
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Met Police Sergeant Charged Over Charing Cross Misconduct Probe
Metropolitan Police Sergeant Sadiq Al-Hasani has been charged with perverting the course of justice. The charge stems from allegations he discouraged another officer from speaking to the IOPC regarding misconduct at Charing Cross police station, following a BBC Panorama investigation.
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Policing · WandsworthWatchdog: Met must probe Putney pusher arrest after suspect's death
The Independent Office for Police Conduct has recommended the Metropolitan Police's Directorate of Professional Standards investigate the arrest of Nicholas Brandram. Mr Brandram was arrested in connection with the 'Putney pusher' incident and was found dead at his home on September 15.
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Policing · WandsworthPutney Pusher suspect's sisters seek DNA results
The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, who was arrested on suspicion of being the 'Putney Pusher', are appealing to the Home Secretary for DNA test results they believe will clear his name. Mr Brandram was found dead at his home on September 15.
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Courts · WandsworthMan arrested in 'Putney pusher' case found dead
Nicholas Brandram, 44, who was arrested in connection with the 2017 'Putney pusher' incident, was found dead at his Chiswick home on September 15, 2026. An inquest into his death has been suspended.
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Policing · HounslowPutney Pusher suspect's family accuse Met of lying after his death
The family of Nicholas Brandram, the suspect in the Putney Pusher case, have accused the Metropolitan Police of dishonesty and attempting to 'rewrite history' following his death. Brandram was found dead at his Chiswick home on 20 September 2026.
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Policing · WestminsterTwo Met officers dismissed for offensive remarks
Two Metropolitan Police officers, PC Mason O’Connor and PC Lloyd Hunter, have been dismissed from duty following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Both officers will be barred from future policing roles.
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Violent Crime · Kensington and ChelseaKarnell Kelly dies after police chase into canal at Notting Hill Carnival
Karnell Kelly, 25, has died after entering a canal during a police chase at Notting Hill Carnival. Officers pulled him from the water on Sunday, August 31, and he later died in hospital. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating.
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Policing · WestminsterIOPC probes police contact before man's canal death
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating police contact with Karnell Kelly, 25, who died after running from officers and entering the Grand Union Canal near Harrow Road. The investigation is ongoing.
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LatestNottinghamshire custody sergeant barred after telling detainee to 'go home'
A Nottinghamshire Police custody sergeant was dismissed and barred from policing after telling a detainee to 'go home' and 'get on a boat' during a transfer to court. The Independent Office for Police Conduct found gross misconduct proven on 2 September 2026.
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LatestKent officer receives two-year warning for excessive force
A Kent Police officer has received a two-year final written warning following a gross misconduct hearing. PC Aaron Humphries was found to have used excessive force against a handcuffed man who appeared to lose consciousness during an arrest in Faversham.
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