IOPC investigation into police actions prior to the death of a teenager in Somerset is progressing

Key findings

• The teenager was handcuffed to the front.
• She was transported in the rear of a police vehicle.
• The police car stopped on the hard shoulder for safety reasons.
• The teenager exited the vehicle onto the motorway.
• She was then involved in a collision with another vehicle.
• Paramedics attended but she deceased at the scene.
• Misconduct notices were served to both officers.
• Investigation includes reviewing officer conduct and decisions.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing and aims to clarify the sequence of events before the tragic incident.