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Investigation opened following death of man after police contact in Alfreton

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

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Published
2021-10-29
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Derbyshire Constabulary

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 23-year-old man who died following police contact in Alfreton. Police officers attended in relation to suspected drugs offences, during which the man became unwell and later died in the hospital.

Key findings

  • The IOPC began an investigation following a mandatory referral from Derbyshire Constabulary.
  • The investigation is looking into the interaction between police officers and the man.
  • The welfare of the man when he became unwell is being examined.
  • Initial accounts from the police officers involved are being assessed.
  • Witness statements are being gathered.
  • Body worn video footage from police officers is being analyzed.
  • A post-mortem examination is taking place.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and further information is currently not available.

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.