Pc Alex Hazlett-Beard, a police officer with Hampshire Constabulary, died at Lepe Country Park during his paternity leave after being arrested at home. He was under investigation for misconduct related to a road accident that occurred in May 2023. The inquest revealed that Hazlett-Beard was accused of attempting to pervert the course of justice. His widow, Megan, requested insights into the welfare policies for officers on paternity leave, especially in cases of arrest. The coroner noted a complaint made against the Hampshire Constabulary regarding their actions in this situation.
Pc Alex Hazlett-Beard from Hampshire Constabulary died while on paternity leave after being arrested at home and was under investigation for misconduct relating to a road accident.
At the time of his death, Pc Hazlett-Beard was subject to a misconduct investigation for allegedly attempting to pervert the course of justice, following a road accident.
His widow, Megan, asked to review Hampshire's policies regarding the welfare of officers on paternity leave, particularly around arrest procedures.
Coroner Nicholas Walker noted that a complaint had been made against Hampshire Constabulary concerning their handling of the situation involving Pc Hazlett-Beard.
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