Northern Ireland Police Apologize for Flawed Investigation into Katie Simpson's Death

A police watchdog report criticizes the initial handling of the case, leading to disciplinary actions against officers and renewed calls for justice.

The Police Ombudsman found significant failings in the initial investigation into Katie Simpson's death, originally misclassified as a suicide.
Jonathan Creswell, the partner of Simpson's sister, was later arrested and charged with her murder, but the trial ended after his sudden death.
The report highlighted a lack of investigative mindset and failure to act on intelligence suggesting Simpson was a victim of controlling behavior.
Six police officers faced disciplinary recommendations, with actions ranging from written warnings to management advice.
Simpson's family, feeling let down by the investigation, is considering legal action and has filed further complaints with the Police Ombudsman.