The police watchdog will investigate Devon and Cornwall Police over Plymouth gunman Jake Davison's possession of a shotgun and shotgun certificate
However, his firearm and licence were returned to him in early July this year - just a month before the deadly incident.The IOPC said that the investigation follows a mandatory referral from Devon and Cornwall Police and will look at police"decision-making" concerning Davison's possession of a shotgun.
"Our thoughts remain with all of the many people who will be severely affected. The referral related to yesterday's events as well as police contact with Jake Davison prior to the incident, including the force's role and actions regarding firearms licensing."After assessment of the referral we have determined we will carry out an independent investigation focusing on Jake Davison's firearms licensing history and its impact on the tragic events of Thursday 12 August.
It is believed that the mass shooting, which police are yet to establish a motive for, began with a"domestic-related incident" between Davison and his mother.Floral tributes and soft toy tributes left outside a local supermarket near the scene of the incident "The first officers on scene encountered the child that had been shot in the street, with the adult, using what is described as a pump-action shotgun," Mr Sawyer said.Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video playerPrime Minister Boris Johnson called for the issue of how Davison came to legally own a gun to be"properly investigated" and described the shooting as an"absolutely appalling" incident.
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