Skip to content

Two Lincs Police officers to be investigated over man’s death

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

All IOPC reports
Published
2026-02-12
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Lincolnshire Police

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating the conduct of two Lincolnshire Police officers following the death of a man shortly after his arrest. The investigation examines the interaction with the man prior to his detention and the actions taken by officers thereafter.

Key findings

  • The man was arrested for suspected misuse of the 999 system.
  • Force was used during the arrest, including PAVA spray.
  • The man became unresponsive shortly after being placed in a holding cell.
  • Officers provided first aid and CPR but he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
  • Two officers have been served notice for potential breaches of police professional standards.
  • The officers will be investigated for potential gross misconduct.
  • They have been advised of interviews under criminal caution for alleged unlawful act manslaughter.
  • Nine officers were involved in the arrest and detention.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, with potential misconduct proceedings for the two officers.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

Related on BlueLineHub

Reviewed by the BlueLineHub Editorial Team
Last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · Next review due: 14 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 2026-07-14.