Investigation into fatal shooting in Swindon finds police use of force was appropriate

Key findings

• The use of force by the firearms officer was justified.
• The officer announced himself as armed police before firing.
• The weapon held by the man was identified as an air rifle.
• Witness statements supported the officer's actions.
• The environment and distance made less lethal options impractical.
• There was no indication of disciplinary action required for any officers.
• The shooting resulted in a lawful killing conclusion by the jury.
• Immediate first aid provision should improve.

Outcome

The investigation found no case to answer for officers, and the jury concluded it was a lawful killing.