Update on investigation into events prior to the deaths of two teenagers in Ely
Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.
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- Published
- 2023-05-26
- Investigation type
- independent
- Force involved
- South Wales Police
What was investigated
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating police interaction with two teenagers prior to their deaths in Ely. The investigation focuses on the police actions leading up to the collision on 22 May.
Key findings
- Police van was seen driving behind the boys' electric bike before the collision.
- Extensive house-to-house enquiries conducted in Ely.
- CCTV footage from the area is being reviewed.
- Initial accounts from the involved officers are being assessed.
- Contact made with the families affected by the incident.
- Assessment of whether the officers' actions constituted a pursuit is ongoing.
- Determining if police reporting was appropriate before and after the collision.
- Evaluation of South Wales Police actions against relevant legislation and policies.
Outcome
The investigation is ongoing and aims to establish the circumstances leading up to the collision.
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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.