A 27-year-old guy has actually passed away at Manchester flight terminal after being jailed by Border Force police officers.
The guy had actually been quit while undergoing protection in Terminal 2 on Wednesday after “displaying unusual behaviour”, the cops guard dog stated.
It is recognized he was later on apprehended about affirmed medicine offenses, according to theManchester Evening News He consequently ended up being unhealthy and was noticable dead at 1.53 pm.
An examination has actually started right into his fatality, with the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) performing independent queries right into the event.
The guy’s family members were being sustained by expert police officers and upgraded on the progression of the examination.
An IOPC agent stated: “We can confirm that we are independently investigating the circumstances of a 27-year-old man’s death following his arrest by Border Force officers at Manchester airport on Wednesday 19 February.
“Our investigation follows a referral from the Home Office which detailed how the man was due to travel from the airport on Wednesday and was stopped after displaying unusual behaviour.
“He was subsequently arrested by officers and taken to a holding area where he became unwell and paramedics were called. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at 1.53pm.
“After being notified of the man’s death, we declared an independent investigation into the circumstances at 4.29pm on Wednesday. IOPC investigators were sent to the scene to begin gathering evidence.”
The IOPC’s supervisor, Amanda Rowe, stated: “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones, as well as all those affected by his death.
“When someone dies after being taken into custody, it is important for there to be a thorough investigation to understand what has happened.
“We have been in touch with the man’s family to explain our role and will keep them updated as the investigation progresses. Our investigation is in its very early stages and no further information is available at this time.”
