Owami Davies Found Safe: Met Police Death Referral Dropped
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) received a mandatory Death or Serious Injury (DSI) referral after contact with missing girl Owami Davies on 6 July. This came amid police arrests on suspicion of her murder.
But on 5 August, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) revealed the referral was invalid.
IOPC Rules Out Investigation
An IOPC spokesperson confirmed:
“Given that Owami Davies has now been found safe and that we have received no information from the police that Ms Davies has suffered any serious injuries, the referral does not meet the criteria for a DSI referral.”
They added they have informed the Met the referral is invalid and no further action will be taken.
Met Police to Review Missing Persons Response
Commander Paul Brogden of Frontline Policing acknowledged concerns over the search for Owami. He said:
“Whilst this matter does not meet the criteria for an investigation by the IOPC and this matter is not subject to any enquiry by our Directorate of Professional Standards, we know there have been concerns raised around the search for Owami.”
He confirmed a thorough review will be conducted, together with Essex Police, covering all actions since Owami was reported missing.
The review promises to be “open and transparent,” aiming to verify proper procedures and improve future responses to missing persons cases.
