Independent investigation following a man’s death in Peterborough
Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.
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- Published
- 2020-08-04
- Investigation type
- independent
- Force involved
- Cambridgeshire Constabulary
What was investigated
The IOPC has begun an investigation following the death of a man, aged 42, in Peterborough. Officers attended reports of a man behaving erratically, and he became ill and died at the scene shortly after.
Key findings
- Officers attended the scene for a man behaving erratically.
- The man became ill and died shortly after police arrived.
- Investigators have viewed body worn video.
- Statements were provided by the officers involved.
- Witnesses are encouraged to come forward.
Outcome
The investigation is ongoing to examine the circumstances of the man's death.
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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.