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IOPC to investigate police shooting in Bury

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

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Published
2026-05-29
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Greater Manchester Police

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has begun an investigation into a Greater Manchester Police firearms operation in which a man was shot. The incident occurred during an operation where officers attempted to stop a vehicle, resulting in the driver being shot.

Key findings

  • A man was shot in the arm by a GMP officer during the incident.
  • The injured person suffered a broken elbow.
  • Two shots were fired during the incident, one injuring the man and another deflating a tyre.
  • The IOPC declared an independent investigation shortly after the incident.
  • The scene of the shooting was attended to preserve evidence.
  • Body worn video of officers was recovered and viewed for assessment.
  • The use of firearms during the operation is under examination.
  • Three firearms vehicles contained the man’s car using a containment tactic.

Outcome

The investigation is in its initial stages, and investigators are working to understand the events surrounding the shooting.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Reviewed by the BlueLineHub Editorial Team
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.