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Update #2: Investigation into fatal Met police shooting in Lambeth

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

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Published
2022-09-07
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Metropolitan Police Service

What was investigated

Our investigators are working hard to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal police shooting of a man in Kirkstall Gardens, Streatham Hill on Monday 5 September. A police officer discharged a single shot, resulting in the man being taken to hospital where he later died.

Key findings

  • A police officer discharged a single shot during an attempted vehicle stop.
  • The victim was taken to hospital but sadly died later that night.
  • No non-police issue firearm was recovered from the scene or vehicle.
  • A detailed forensic examination is planned for the victim's vehicle and police vehicles involved.
  • The IOPC is conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.
  • Door-to-door enquiries have been undertaken in the neighborhood.
  • Community members are encouraged to provide any relevant information.
  • The investigation is complex and requires time to gather evidence.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, and it is aimed at uncovering all the facts surrounding the shooting incident. Community concerns are being acknowledged as part of the process.

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.