Five Metropolitan officers have been charged with inflicting grievous bodily harm (GBH) in relation to an incident at an Islington hospital involving a man detained under the Mental Health Act. Each officer faces two counts of GBH following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. The incident occurred on April 3, 2023, when the man exhibited erratic behavior. Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart acknowledged public concern over the situation and emphasized the need for transparency amidst ongoing criminal proceedings.
Five officers from the Met have been charged with grievous bodily harm related to an incident involving a man restrained at an Islington hospital as he was detained under the Mental Health Act.
The officers are charged with two counts of GBH under the Offences Against the Person Act 1861, following a detailed investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
Chief Superintendent Jason Stewart expressed regret over the injury of a member of the public due to officer interaction, emphasizing the importance of maintaining open communication.
The investigation started after an incident on April 3, 2023, involving a man in his 50s who displayed erratic behavior, leading to police intervention.
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