Watchdog probe into Greater Manchester Police custody claims
The police watchdog has begun an investigation after a woman claimed she was stripped and sexually assaulted while in custody.
But it was claimed three hours of footage taken of her was missing and medical records showed evidence of sexual injuries. The IOPC said it initially received a re-referral of matters received in May 2022 which they instructed GMP to investigate locally, while the other referral contained new allegations regarding the woman's treatment in custody that had not previously been brought to their attention.Regional director Catherine Bates said: "These very serious allegations will have undoubtedly unsettled the local community and the wider public.
"In light of the new information we recently received and the significant media attention generated, as well as a request from GMP, we have taken the decision that an independent investigation is required into the allegations.
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