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IOPC investigation after fatal road collision in Wolverhampton

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

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Published
2021-08-05
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Staffordshire Police

What was investigated

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating a collision in Wolverhampton that resulted in the deaths of two men following a police pursuit. The collision occurred when the vehicle they were in collided with a telegraph pole and a tree.

Key findings

  • The two men died at the scene and a third was seriously injured.
  • The pursuit followed a disturbance outside a bar.
  • The incident was referred to the IOPC as required by protocol.
  • Initial accounts from officers involved have been gathered.
  • Police body-worn video footage is under review.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing and aims to thoroughly examine the police involvement and adherence to policies.

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.