Criminal investigation into forces firearms licensing unit launched

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Criminal investigation into force's firearms licensing unit launched

IOPC sought specialist legal advice at conclusion of investigation into granting of shotgun licence to Jake Davidson.

Date - 13th September 2022
By - Police Oracle

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The Chief Constable of Devon and Cornwall is being investigated for possible criminal offences under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 in relation to the force’s firearms licensing unit the IOPC has confirmed. A pre-inquest hearing at...

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