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IOPC identifies learning for Merseyside Police following non-fatal shooting

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

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Published
2021-10-14
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Merseyside Police

What was investigated

Following an investigation into a police shooting in Liverpool, the IOPC found that a woman was shot by police officers after she approached them with a knife. The investigation concluded with recommendations for the force regarding the use of body-worn video cameras and other procedural improvements.

Key findings

  • No indication of officer misconduct or criminal offence.
  • Body-worn camera settings were not properly configured during the incident.
  • The woman was shot seriously injuring her.
  • Officers responded appropriately to the situation with the use of force deemed necessary and proportionate.
  • Opportunities for the force to learn from the incident were identified.
  • Contact with the force incident manager was insufficient from two firearms officers.
  • A new process for storing crime scene logs has been implemented.

Outcome

The investigation concluded with no case to answer for officers. Recommendations were issued to improve policies and procedures.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · Next review due: 14 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 2026-07-14.