The Independent Office for Police Conduct has stated that the officers involved acted with misconduct, particularly concerning the excessive use of force by handcuffing a schoolboy for an extended period.
The incident involving Child B raised significant concerns regarding police practices, highlighting a failure in recognizing the need for reasonable adjustments, and ensuing protocols regarding the treatment of minors.
Investigators analyzed mobile footage and body-worn videos, which revealed that the boy, upon being stopped, was visibly upset and made it clear his school uniform was under his hoody.
The panel found the officers breached standards of conduct by improperly handcuffing the child and demanding personal details he was not obligated to provide, calling into question their training.
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