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Update on investigation into Derbyshire Constabulary contact with Gracie Spinks before her death

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

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Published
2021-11-26
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Derbyshire Constabulary

What was investigated

The IOPC is investigating the circumstances surrounding police contact with a woman before her death. This includes assessing the police's safeguarding obligations and the handling of a stalking allegation.

Key findings

  • The police force has been investigated for its handling of a stalking allegation.
  • A bag containing dangerous items was reported to the police shortly before the woman's death.
  • The response to the bag discovery is under scrutiny.
  • Misconduct notices were served on five officers regarding their conduct.
  • The investigation is ongoing, and more work is needed.

Outcome

The investigation is ongoing, with misconduct notices served on multiple officers. The IOPC is keeping the affected family informed.

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.