IOPC investigation finds no indication Metropolitan Police Officers contributed to the death of Lamont Roper

Key findings

• No evidence that police actions contributed to the man's death.
• The officer's use of force was deemed reasonable and proportionate.
• Critical evidence was missing due to failure to activate body worn video.
• The officer claimed the environment was too dangerous to record.
• Inquest jury determined the man did not comply with stop and search commands.
• Insufficient resources for water rescue were identified during the incident.
• No causative link between police actions and the man's death was established.
• The case against the officer for misconduct was not proven.

Outcome

The investigation concluded there was no case to answer for the police officers involved. Recommendations were made for better preparedness near water bodies.