Police officer could face charges over road death

Trevor Bartlett, a former newspaper photographer, died at the scene on 19 December 2023

A police officer could face criminal charges over the death of an 80-year-old man who was struck by a police van.

Trevor Bartlett was hit by the police van while using a pedestrian crossing on the A52 Derby Road in Beeston, Nottinghamshire, on 19 December 2023.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said its investigation established the van was taking a detainee to a custody facility, and was travelling in a bus lane with blue lights and sirens activated when the crash happened.

A IOPC spokesperson said analysis of the evidence indicated a police constable might have committed a criminal offence in relation to the manner of their driving, and a file had been referred to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

Trevor Bartlett, photographed with Brian Clough, was especially known for his work with Nottingham Forest

The IOPC said the driver had been interviewed under criminal caution for the potential offences of causing death by dangerous driving and causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving.

The officer was also served with a notice of investigation for gross misconduct.

IOPC director Derrick Campbell said: "I am satisfied we have gathered all the available evidence and it is now for the CPS to consider whether to bring criminal charges.

"We will continue to keep Trevor Bartlett's family updated and our thoughts remain with them and all those affected by his death."

The IOPC also confirmed it had decided there was a case to answer for gross misconduct, which Nottinghamshire Police has agreed with, and a disciplinary hearing will be arranged by the force at a later date.

Mr Bartlett was a photographer who had worked with the Nottingham Post, and was especially known for his work with Nottingham Forest Football Club.