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IOPC investigation into police actions prior to the deaths of two boys in Ely enters a new phase

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

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Published
2023-08-31
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
South Wales Police

What was investigated

An investigation by the IOPC is ongoing into the interaction between South Wales Police and two teenagers before their deaths in Ely, Cardiff. The police van was seen on CCTV travelling closely behind the bike before the incident.

Key findings

  • The police van was seen closely following the electric bike before the collision.
  • The driver of the police van is being criminally investigated for dangerous driving.
  • Both the driver and passenger of the police van received gross misconduct notices.
  • The investigation includes examining video clips and statements from residents.
  • Body-worn video from attending officers has been reviewed.
  • IOPC is maintaining communication with the local community and families.
  • IOPC has gathered CCTV evidence from the community.
  • The decision on potential proceedings will be made at the end of the investigation.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, with a criminal investigation into the police driver and potential disciplinary proceedings to be determined later.

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.