US EditionPolice watchdog to investigate mother's claim she was unlawfully strip-searched by Greater Manchester Police
- The police watchdog will investigate a complaint by Dannika Stewart about an alleged unlawful strip-search by Greater Manchester Police in October 2022 at Pendleton Police Station.
- The investigation follows Stewart's reports that GMP treated her as a suspect with little evidence after she reported grooming and faced distressing custody conditions lasting nearly a year on bail.
- Dame Vera Baird's inquiry found GMP officers sometimes misused their power unlawfully and identified 16 instances where the police's service to Stewart was unacceptable, although no officers have been disciplined.
- GMP apologised unreservedly for the distress caused, acknowledging the service failures, while the IOPC upheld 15 of 60 complaints and launched an independent probe into six of Stewart's allegations including the strip-search.
- This case highlights ongoing scrutiny of police custody practices regarding strip searches, reflecting broader concerns about respectful treatment and adherence to legal standards for detainees.
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WTX NewsPolice watchdog to investigate mother's claim she was unlawfully strip-searched by Greater Manchester Police
It follows a "lonely, exhausting and distressing" battle by Dannika Stewart, who was featured in a Sky News investigation after she was arrested and allegedly forced to strip at Pendleton Police Station in October 2022.
IOPC to investigate complaints over woman’s search and detention by Greater Manchester Police | Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)
IOPC to investigate complaints over woman’s search and detention by Greater Manchester Police Hayley.Mellors Fri, 16/05/2025 - 13:18 News No Image IOPC staff Media team member The IOPC has concluded that a woman’s complaints relating to her interactions with Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers while in custody – including how she was searched - should now be independently investigated.At the request of the complainant, Dannika Stewart, we r…
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