Surrey, June 19, 2024 — The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has directed Surrey Police to investigate whether the decision to ram an escaped cow with a patrol car was proportionate and whether the officers involved adhered to professional behaviour standards.
The force faced heavy criticism after a 10-month-old calf was filmed being struck by a police car in Staines-upon-Thames on Friday. The footage, which circulated widely online, drew public outcry and condemnation.
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