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IOPC criminal investigation after fatal collision in Nottinghamshire

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

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Published
2024-01-10
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Nottinghamshire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating the actions and decisions of a Nottinghamshire Police officer related to a fatal collision involving a police van on a pedestrian crossing. The officer has been advised they are under criminal investigation for possible offences relating to causing death by dangerous and careless driving.

Key findings

  • The officer was driving a police van during the collision.
  • The van was taking a detainee to a custody facility.
  • The van had blue lights and sirens activated at the time of the incident.
  • Initial accounts and evidence are being gathered from various sources.
  • Telematics data from the police van is being studied.
  • Statements have been received from independent witnesses.
  • The coroner has been informed about the incident.
  • A post mortem was conducted on December 22.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and its conclusion will determine whether the matter will be referred to the Crown Prosecution Service for a charging decision.

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.