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Criminal investigation underway relating to fatal Earl's Court collision involving Met Police motorcyclist

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2023-06-06
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Metropolitan Police Service

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct is criminally investigating the actions of a Metropolitan Police officer involved in a fatal motorcycle collision with a pedestrian in Earl's Court. An officer was involved in a collision that resulted in the death of a pedestrian, prompting an independent investigation.

Key findings

  • The officer was on duty as part of the Special Escort Group at the time of the incident.
  • The collision occurred on a pedestrian crossing on West Cromwell Road.
  • The officer is under investigation for causing death by dangerous driving and careless driving.
  • Evidence gathering included securing police body worn video and reviewing CCTV footage.
  • Witness accounts were taken from officers and members of the public.
  • The IOPC has been in regular contact with the victim's family.

Outcome

The investigation will determine whether to refer the matter to the Crown Prosecution Service for charging and if disciplinary proceedings should follow.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.