"The Independent Office for Police Conduct has confirmed it has launched an investigation into multiple complaints, including alleged failures in the original inquiry, the handling of the inquest, and communication with Cornes' family."
"Cornes' family have also alleged homophobic attitudes during the investigation and inquest, including offensive characterisations made about the teenager."
"The case has drawn further scrutiny following claims officers failed to pursue key lines of inquiry and lost potential evidence, including CCTV and forensic samples."
The Metropolitan Police is being investigated by the Independent Office for Police Conduct regarding the death of 19-year-old Edward Cornes in 2021. Complaints include failures in the original inquiry, handling of the inquest, and communication with Cornes' family. A post-mortem revealed drugs in his system, and his death was ruled drug-related. Allegations have emerged about lost evidence and homophobic attitudes during the investigation. Cornes' family seeks answers and accountability, highlighting concerns about police treatment of LGBTQ+ victims.
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