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IOPC investigating Greenwich police shooting

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

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Published
2022-08-11
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Metropolitan Police Service

What was investigated

We are investigating the circumstances surrounding a police shooting in Greenwich, south London on 5 August. The incident involved a man who was Tasered and subsequently shot by an officer.

Key findings

  • The man was Tasered before an officer discharged a shot.
  • He was shot in the abdomen and hospitalized.
  • His injuries are not considered life changing or threatening.
  • A BB calibre airsoft pistol was found at the scene.
  • The MPS reported the incident to the IOPC shortly after it occurred.
  • The IOPC sent investigators to the scene and police post incident procedure.
  • The investigation involves analyzing body worn video, CCTV, and eyewitness accounts.

Outcome

The investigation is still in its early stages.

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.