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IOPC investigations into Nottinghamshire Police are progressing following complaints by families of Valdo Calocane’s victims

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

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Published
2024-07-02
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Nottinghamshire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating complaints made against Nottinghamshire Police by the families of Valdo Calocane’s victims. The investigation examines police actions and communications related to Mr Calocane prior to and following the killings.

Key findings

  • The IOPC is examining available information to police on Mr Calocane prior to the killings.
  • There are inquiries into Nottinghamshire Police’s actions between September 2021 and June 2023.
  • The investigation includes how families were informed about the deaths.
  • The investigation looks into support provided to the families.
  • Senior officers' compliance with policies and procedures is under review.
  • Investigators are addressing issues related to inappropriate WhatsApp messaging.
  • All Nottinghamshire officers are treated as witnesses.
  • A separate investigation is ongoing regarding Leicestershire Police's contact with Mr Calocane.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing with several areas being examined for potential misconduct and systemic issues.

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.