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IOPC reopens investigation into Leicestershire Police handling of Valdo Calocane assault allegations following new evidence

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

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Published
2025-03-07
Investigation type
managed
Force involved
Leicestershire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC has reopened its investigation into the actions taken by Leicestershire Police after allegations of assault by the man on two co-workers. This decision follows new evidence provided by the force after representations by the bereaved families.

Key findings

  • New evidence became available after the initial investigation concluded.
  • Three officers faced a postponed misconduct meeting.
  • The investigation will reassess the information officers had regarding the man's history.
  • An outstanding warrant for the man's arrest may not have been seen by the officers before the case was closed.
  • The IOPC Director expressed sympathy for the bereaved families.
  • The reopening meets criteria for significant new information requiring investigation.
  • Disciplinary outcomes will be determined after analyzing new evidence.
  • The IOPC will complete the investigation as quickly as possible.

Outcome

The investigation is being reinvestigated due to new evidence, and a decision on any disciplinary action will be made after further analysis.

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.