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Calls for Investigation Into Nicholas Stone's Protest Death

4/21/2026

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Celia Stone is calling for an independent investigation into her father Nicholas Stone's death after police contact at a protest against the Bristol Patriots.
Nicholas Stone, 65, died on January 10 after becoming unwell at the protest, with witnesses reporting police intervention.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) initially declined to investigate but is now reconsidering after public outcry, and Avon and Somerset Police are conducting an internal investigation.

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Celia Stone is calling for an independent investigation into her father Nicholas Stone's death after police contact at a protest against the Bristol Patriots.
Nicholas Stone, 65, died on January 10 after becoming unwell at the protest, with witnesses reporting police intervention.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) initially declined to investigate but is now reconsidering after public outcry, and Avon and Somerset Police are conducting an internal investigation.