By James Simons-
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances of a road traffic incident in Little Fransham, in which a man died, following a pursuit involving Norfolk Constabulary officers.
The investigation follows a chase on 23 May by police who were pursuing a silver Citroen C3 on the A47 when it left the carriageway and overturned on a verge.
AD: Capeesh Restaurant
The driver, aged 43, of March, Cambridgeshire, sadly died in hospital on 29 May.
Investigators were sent to the scene to assess the situation and to the post incident procedures where the officers involved provided their initial accounts, and an independent investigation on 30 May.
The precise nature of the investigation is unknown, but individuals who run from police and refuse to stop following a demand by cops expose themselves to the danger of accidents like this.
AD: Oysterian Sea Food Restaurant And Bar
IOPC Regional Director Sal Naseem said: “Our thoughts are with this man’s family and friends, and all those affected by his death.
“We will be in contact with his family as soon as possible to explain our role and how our inquiries will progress.
“There is a mandatory requirement for forces to refer to us incidents like this which result in death or serious injury and our investigation will thoroughly examine the circumstances of the police involvement, including whether appropriate policies and procedures were followed.”
So far, we have gathered initial accounts from the officers involved. We have also started to review police body-worn video footage, dashcam footage and CCTV from the area. Our investigation is in its very early stage
AD: Heritage And Restaurant Lounge Bar