Daniel Morgan Murder: Met Police Admit Liability in Shocking Settlement
The family of Daniel Morgan, murdered on 10 March 1987, has reached a stunning settlement with the Metropolitan Police Commissioner. The claims relate to the gruesome killing and the botched investigations that followed.
Met Police Admit Failings After Decades of Cover-Up
Following a formal mediation in July 2023, the Met agreed to a settlement that includes a rare admission of liability over officer conduct related to the case. Details remain confidential at the family’s request, with no further comments from either party.
Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley Issues Unreserved Apology
I unequivocally and unreservedly apologise for the failure of the Metropolitan Police Service to bring those responsible for the murder of Daniel Morgan to justice,” said Sir Mark Rowley.
“From the earliest stages, his family have been repeatedly and inexcusably let down by the Metropolitan Police. This case has been marred by a cycle of corruption, professional incompetence, and defensiveness that has repeated itself over and over again.”
“No words can do justice to the pain and suffering faced by the family. Their relentless fight has exposed multiple systemic failings in this organisation.”
“I have met with the family and listened to their devastating accounts. Their trust in policing has been shattered. My commitment to rooting out corruption in the Met has never been stronger.”
Investigation Continues with Latest Forensic Advances
Since Daniel Morgan’s murder, thousands of leads have been chased through six major investigations and five forensic reviews. A forensic review commissioned in 2021 is still underway.
New DNA and forensic technology breakthroughs in other cases offer hope. The Met remains convinced there is still a chance to solve this cold case.
With vital witnesses possibly holding back information, police have launched a £50,000 reward—the largest ever offered by a UK police force—for info leading to a conviction.
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