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IOPC investigating after Swindon death in police custody

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

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Published
2024-05-23
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Wiltshire Police

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances of the death of a man while in police custody in Swindon. The investigation is looking at the circumstances of the arrest, decisions and actions related to his detention, and whether police officers and staff acted in accordance with local and national policies and procedures.

Key findings

  • Police were called after a report regarding an Audi vehicle.
  • The man provided a positive breath test.
  • He was taken to Gablecross Police Station.
  • Regular observations were conducted during his custodial time.
  • The man experienced a medical episode shortly after 8am.
  • CPR was initiated and an ambulance was called.
  • Emergency helicopter medics attended the scene.
  • The man was pronounced dead at 9am.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and IOPC has begun gathering accounts from involved officers and staff.

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.