Investigation concludes following fatal police pursuit in south Manchester

Key findings

• Officers acted in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• The pursuit was initiated after the driver failed to stop.
• Evidence indicated officers assessed the risks of the pursuit appropriately.
• The vehicle was believed to be stolen.
• The driver of the BMW traveled on the wrong side of the carriageway before the collision.
• Both the driver and another individual were pronounced dead at the scene.
• The coroner concluded the pursuit was reasonable.
• The evidence was provided to assist the coroner's inquest.

Outcome

The investigation concluded that the officers acted appropriately, with no further action required.