The Metropolitan Police has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) after the death of a 45-year-old man during a police intervention in South Norwood, London. Officers were called to reports of a child being assaulted and found the man in a medical emergency. After attempting to restrain him due to his agitation, he lost consciousness and later died in a hospital. The IOPC is conducting an independent investigation to ensure transparency and support for the man's family has been prioritized by the police.
The IOPC has launched an investigation following the death of a man who became agitated and lost consciousness after being restrained by officers responding to a call.
Commander Andy Brittain highlighted that the incident was challenging for attending officers, emphasizing the importance of independent scrutiny by the IOPC.
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