Daughter calls for investigation into death of man after police contact at Bristol protest
Summary
Nicholas Stone, a 65-year-old retired NHS worker, died after police used force against him during a protest in Bristol. His daughter is asking for a full and independent investigation into his death, which happened shortly after the police made contact with him.Key Facts
- Nicholas Stone died on January 10 after feeling unwell at a protest against a far-right group in Bristol.
- Police used force to stop Stone from passing a street, which led to him falling and later needing medical help.
- Stone was helped by others but became very unwell and was taken by taxi before emergency services found him in cardiac arrest.
- Stone died at the scene despite efforts by emergency personnel.
- His daughter, Celia Stone, is demanding a complete independent investigation into the police’s role in his death.
- Avon and Somerset police are conducting a local internal investigation after the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) initially declined to lead one.
- The IOPC is now reconsidering whether to take over the investigation.
- Stone had no diagnosed medical problems and was known for his work supporting vulnerable people and defending human rights.
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