Warwickshire police officers face disciplinary proceedings after reinvestigation into the death of Darren Cumberbatch

Key findings

• Four officers had a case to answer for gross misconduct related to the use of force.
• A fifth officer faces a misconduct meeting for alleged breaches of duties and responsibilities.
• The jury at the inquest found that police restraint contributed to the man's death.
• There were serious failings by attending police officers during the incident.
• Use of Taser, PAVA spray, punches, and baton strikes were examined during the reinvestigation.
• Officers failed to risk assess the situation or treat it as a medical emergency.
• The investigation was prompted by a mandatory referral from Warwickshire Police.
• The inquiry showed that some use of force may have been excessive.

Outcome

Four officers face gross misconduct proceedings while a fifth will attend a misconduct meeting. No evidence was sent to the Crown Prosecution Service for criminal charges.