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Essex Police officer to be investigated over Westcliff-on-Sea arrest

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

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Published
2021-04-01
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Essex Police

What was investigated

We are investigating the use of force by an Essex Police officer during the arrest of a man in Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex. This follows a voluntary referral from Essex Police in connection with the conduct of one police officer after a man was restrained following his arrest on 20 March.

Key findings

  • The investigation follows a voluntary referral from Essex Police.
  • Video footage of the restraint has been shared on social media.
  • IOPC investigators will review mobile and police body worn video footage.
  • Witness statements will be taken.
  • Accounts are to be obtained from the officers involved.

Outcome

An independent investigation has been initiated to examine the circumstances of the incident.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · Next review due: 14 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 2026-07-14.