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IOPC investigation after death of lorry driver detained by Lincolnshire Police

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

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Published
2023-01-13
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Lincolnshire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating police actions prior to the death of a man taken into custody after his lorry was involved in an incident. He collapsed in the custody booking area and was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Key findings

  • The man was arrested on suspicion of driving with excess alcohol.
  • He collapsed in the custody booking area shortly after being detained.
  • Basic first aid was provided by officers and a health care professional.
  • An ambulance arrived about 15 minutes later.
  • The man was pronounced dead at the hospital that evening.
  • A post mortem was held and further tests are being carried out.
  • The Lincolnshire Coroner has been informed and an inquest is underway.
  • Dashcam and CCTV footage are being reviewed.

Outcome

An independent investigation is ongoing to examine the circumstances surrounding the man's death.

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.