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Investigation under way after death of man taken into custody in Derbyshire

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

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Published
2020-09-11
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Derbyshire Constabulary

What was investigated

We are investigating following the death of a man who was taken into police custody in Derbyshire. The man was detained and found unresponsive in his cell; an ambulance was called, and his death was confirmed shortly thereafter.

Key findings

  • The man was detained in police custody before his death.
  • He was found unresponsive in his cell.
  • An ambulance was called to transport him to the hospital.
  • The IOPC declared an independent investigation after a mandatory referral.
  • Investigators collected CCTV footage from the custody suite.
  • Relevant police logs are being gathered.
  • The family of the deceased has been contacted for updates.
  • The HM Coroner has been notified for an inquest.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing with a focus on thoroughly examining the circumstances surrounding the man's death.

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.