The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) in London is facing fresh investigations over the treatment of Rashan Jermaine Charles, also known as “Rashman,” a young black man who died in custody.
Month: July 2017
MP introduces law to prevent the deaths of black and minority ethnic people in custody
Croydon North MP Steve Reed has launched a bid (dubbed Seni’s Law) to prevent a repeat of the severe failings that led to the tragic death of South Norwood graduate Olaseni Lewis.
Deepcut: Fresh inquest into Pte Geoff Gray’s death could be heard
The family of a soldier who died at Deepcut Barracks 16 years ago have been told they can apply for a new inquest. Pte Geoff Gray was found with two gunshot wounds to his head while on guard duty on 17 September 2001.
#Justice4Daz: Friends demand answers as man dies following police custody contact
The police watchdog has launched an investigation into a Coventry man who died after being held in custody. Darren Cumberbatch, 32, died in hospital on Wednesday after being arrested by police at a hostel in Nuneaton on Monday, July 10.
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Woman was fatally shot through door of Minneapolis police car
A 40-year-old woman (Justine Damond) who family members said called 911 to report a possible assault in the alley behind her home Saturday night was fatally shot by a Minneapolis police officer.
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Skills Toolkit : Lifeline for bereaved families
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