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IPCC investigation into the death of Mitchell Rodgers finds no case to answer for officers
The IPCC has published its final report following the investigation into the death of Mitchell Rodgers.
Mitchell, age 16, was struck by a train near Belper railway station, Derbyshire, at around 9.50pm on Saturday 28 March. A mandatory referral from Derbyshire Police was received that evening, as police had brief contact with Mitchell in the time leading up to his death.
IPCC Commissioner Kathryn Stone OBE, who has overseen the investigation, said: “Mitchell’s death is a tragic loss to his family and friends and my thoughts are with them.
“IPCC investigators interviewed witnesses, reviewed CCTV, and analysed evidence as part of its independent and impartial investigation.
“Our investigation found that there was no case to answer for the officers involved. There was nothing to suggest the officers had acted in an unprofessional manner or that they could have in any way prevented this tragic accident.”
A family liaison officer has offered support to Mitchell’s family throughout the investigation.
