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Following the conviction of Isabella Gossling for the murder of Phillip Nicholson on 26 May 2015, the IPCC has resumed its investigation into police contact with Mr Nicholson in the 18 months prior to his death.

The IPCC investigation is looking at how Dorset Police officers investigated threats against Mr Nicholson in the 18 months before his death, including one made 11 days before his fatal stabbing. It will also look at whether police acted appropriately in their dealings with Mr Nicholson.

The investigation began following a referral from Dorset Police on 28 May 2015 after Mr Nicholson was killed, and was suspended while criminal proceedings were underway. It has now resumed following the conviction of Ms Gossling on 9 December 2015. 

At this stage, three Dorset Police officers have been served with gross misconduct notices informing them that their conduct is under investigation.

Richard Moors, co-accused with Ms Gossling, pleaded guilty to murder in October.

Notes to editors: Misconduct notices do not imply guilt but are to inform the officer that their behaviour and conduct are under investigation and the level of severity.