Met Police Officers Face Investigation Over Fatal Crash Involving Pregnant Woman
Two officers are under scrutiny for potential dangerous driving and misconduct after a collision in London resulted in two deaths.
- The incident occurred on October 17 in Eltham, south-east London, involving unmarked police vehicles responding to an unrelated call.
- A 38-year-old pregnant woman and her unborn child were killed in the crash when a police car collided with her vehicle at high speed.
- Two officers are being investigated for potential driving offences, including causing death by dangerous driving, and potential gross misconduct.
- A third officer, who was a passenger in the vehicle, is also under investigation for potential misconduct.
- The Independent Office for Police Conduct is leading the investigation and will decide if charges or disciplinary actions are warranted.