Investigation into Lincoln police officers after man died post-arrest
He became unresponsive in a holding cell at South Park Police Station
Two Lincolnshire Police officers are being investigated after a man died shortly after being arrested.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct have launched an investigation following three complaints from the man's family.
The officers (an acting Sergeant and a PC) are being investigated for potential gross misconduct and will be interviewed under criminal caution for alleged unlawful act manslaughter.
They were involved in the detention of a 37-year-old man in the early hours of 2nd December 2025.
He'd been arrested at his home in Lincoln for the suspected misuse of the 999 system.
Force and PAVA spray was used before he was taken to South Park Police Station.
When in a holding cell, the man became unresponsive.
Officers attempted first aid and CPR, he was transported to hospital, but died hours later.
The investigation will look at the interaction between the officers and the man; the decision to take him to the station and not a hospital; his transport to custody; and his time in custody.
Director of Engagement at the IOPC, Emily Barry, said: “My condolences go to the man’s family and friends for their loss. We are independently investigating what happened and will examine the actions and the decisions of the officers involved.
“The man required medical assistance shortly after arriving at the custody facility in Lincoln; it’s important we understand exactly what happened from the moment he was arrested.”