Pathologist finalising Dalian Atkinson report
A pathologist is finalising his report into the death of former Aston Villa star Dalian Atkinson, the Independent Office for Police Conduct has confirmed.
Mr Atkinson, 48 died after being shot with a Taser by police outside his father's house in Meadow Close, Trench, Telford, on August 15, 2016.
The investigation into Mr Atkinson's death has been delayed by a scandal involving a private forensic testing company.
Now the IOPC has confirmed that the pathologist's final report is being completed.
A spokesman for the IOPC said: "The pathologist recommended a report from a further medical expert which has been completed, and is being considered by the pathologist in finalising their own report.
"As is usual in a criminal investigation we have had some ongoing liaison with the CPS, ahead of a future decision to be taken by our regional director whether to formally refer our investigation report to them. During this liaison a number of further enquiries have been suggested which we are progressing.
"We are keeping Mr Atkinson’s family, West Mercia Police and HM Coroner regularly updated.”
Three West Mercia Police officers have been served with gross misconduct notices in relation to the incident.
