Update: Investigation into fatal Met police shooting of a man in Lambeth
Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.
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- Published
- 2022-09-06
- Investigation type
- independent
- Force involved
- Metropolitan Police Service
What was investigated
The IOPC investigation into the fatal shooting of a man in Kirkstall Gardens, Streatham Hill is progressing. Investigators are securing key evidence and conducting enquiries in the area.
Key findings
- One shot was fired from a police issue firearm.
- Footage from police vehicles and a helicopter is being analyzed.
- Initial accounts from the officers involved were collected.
- CCTV from the area is being identified and secured.
- House to house enquiries are ongoing.
Outcome
A robust investigation is being conducted to establish all circumstances surrounding the incident.
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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.