Trevor Bartlett: Nottinghamshire officer investigated after former photographer died in crash with police van

A criminal investigation has been launched against a police officer after an 80-year-old former newspaper photographer was killed when he was hit by a police van on a pedestrian crossing. Trevor Bartlett, who used to work for the Nottingham Post, died in the collision on the A52 in Nottingham on December 19 last year.

Watchdog the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IPOC) said the police constable who was driving the van is under investigation for possible driving offences. These are causing death by dangerous driving or causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving.

The officer is also being investigated for potential gross misconduct. This relates to their actions and decisions, including any risk assessment made before the collision. The van, carrying a prisoner to custody, was driving in a bus lane with blue lights and sirens turned on at the time.

IOPC regional director for the West Midlands Derrick Campbell said: “We have been in contact with Mr Bartlett’s family to express our sympathy for their tragic loss, and to explain how our investigation will be conducted. Following the conclusion of our investigation, we will decide whether to refer the matter to the Crown Prosecution Service for a charging decision and we will also determine whether disciplinary proceedings should follow.”