The IOPC is in the news after police misconduct reports and investigations into deaths, abuse, and racism highlight ongoing accountability issues.
A terror attack outside a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries. The attacker, Jihad al-Shamie, was shot dead by police after driving a car into pedestrians and stabbing worshippers. The incident is under investigation, with concerns over rising antisemitism and extremism in the UK.
A 13-year investigation into the 1989 Hillsborough disaster concluded that 12 police officers would have faced gross misconduct charges if still active. No disciplinary action will be taken due to officers' retirements, sparking anger among victims' families and calls for legal reforms. The report confirms police failures and attempts to deflect blame.