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IOPC: Hillsborough Police Misconduct Uncovered, Charges Possible

12/6/2025

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The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) reported findings on Hillsborough police conduct.
The investigation found police officers allegedly followed a victim's family member and monitored phone calls.
Twelve officers would face gross misconduct charges if they were still serving.
The IOPC found no evidence of police involvement in burglaries linked to the Hillsborough Justice Campaign and criticized South Yorkshire Police for planning failures.

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The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) reported findings on Hillsborough police conduct.
The investigation found police officers allegedly followed a victim's family member and monitored phone calls.
Twelve officers would face gross misconduct charges if they were still serving.
The IOPC found no evidence of police involvement in burglaries linked to the Hillsborough Justice Campaign and criticized South Yorkshire Police for planning failures.