IOPC launches investigation after fatal road collision in Sale
Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.
- Published
- 2023-12-08
- Investigation type
- independent
- Force involved
- Greater Manchester Police
What was investigated
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances leading up to a fatal road traffic incident in Sale, Greater Manchester, following a short pursuit involving police officers. The investigation will examine the circumstances of the police involvement, including whether appropriate policies and procedures were followed.
Key findings
- A police vehicle attempted to stop a BMW driver before the incident.
- The BMW fled from the police and collided with a parked car.
- The driver of the BMW died in hospital while a male passenger is critically injured.
- A female passenger was hospitalized for her injuries.
- Dashcam footage from the police vehicle was obtained.
- Body worn video and initial accounts from officers were collected.
Outcome
The investigation is ongoing while the circumstances of the incident are being thoroughly examined.
Related on BlueLineHub
- Accountability hub — how oversight of UK policing works
- IOPC outcomes & learning feed
- Greater Manchester Police force profile
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.