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Bodybuilder Dies After Police Detention
4 Jun
Summary
- Craig Clegg died after being detained by police.
- An inquest has been opened into the 49-year-old's death.
- Cocaine toxicity was cited as the cause of death.
An inquest has been opened into the death of 49-year-old bodybuilder Craig Clegg, who passed away on September 16, 2024, after being detained by Merseyside Police. Officers responded to concerns for Mr. Clegg's safety, noting he had appeared distressed. Upon arrival at his home, a brief struggle occurred before he was detained.
Mr. Clegg died later that night. A post-mortem report indicated no significant issues with the restraint used by police. The cause of death was determined to be complications of cocaine toxicity, prompting the coroner to deem the death unnatural and necessitate an inquest.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) conducted an investigation following Mr. Clegg's contact with officers immediately prior to his death. The IOPC has stated it will release its findings after the inquest. Mr. Clegg's family has requested a thorough investigation into the response by emergency services.
