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Cleared of Murder, ARV Sergeant Who Shot Gang Rapper Now Faces Protracted Misconduct Probe
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Cleared of Murder, ARV Sergeant Who Shot Gang Rapper Now Faces Protracted Misconduct Probe

Despite a jury clearing him of murder after split-second decisions, Sgt Martyn Blake must now answer for 'gross misconduct'. Discover why the fight for his career continues and the chilling effect it'

Apr 30, 2025
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The Metropolitan Police officer who fatally shot gang-affiliated drill rapper Chris Kaba will face a misconduct hearing, despite being cleared of murder in a criminal trial last year. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed today that Sergeant Martyn Blake still has a case to answer for gross misconduct in relation to his use of force.

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