The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation following the death of...
Published: 7:45 pm October 10, 2023
Updated: 10:39 am October 8, 2025
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The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation following the death of a man who fell and hit his head during a search by London’s Metropolitan Police. Omar Bachir, aged 45, was arrested by Met officers at Stratford Magistrates’ Court in east London after reports of him threatening security staff.

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During the arrest, Bachir was searched outside the building when he fell and hit his head on a step. He was then taken into custody, where he was assessed by a medic before being sent to the hospital. Later that evening, Bachir was discharged back to the custody centre. However, he became unconscious in his cell.

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