A man who entered a police station car park armed with a knife and a bag containing a live cat was lawfully killed when officers shot him, an inquest has found.
A man who tragically lost his life after being fatally shot by armed police officers outside an Ascot Drive police station in Derby, England, on October 7, 2022, has been found to have been lawfully killed. Marius Ciolac, originally from Cernavoda in Romania, entered the police station compound around 10:00 BST, carrying a knife in one hand and a bag containing a live cat in the other.
He brandished his knife, caused damage to the police station property, and despite seemingly understanding English well, failed to comply with officers' commands. The incident unfolded quickly, with armed officers responding to the scene with both lethal and non-lethal options. A Taser, baton round, and stun grenade were deployed before Mr. Ciolac was shot in the lower abdomen, ultimately succumbing to his injuries in hospital after going into cardiac arrest. The jury, who reached their conclusion after a three-week inquest, stated that Mr. Ciolac was moving towards the armed officers with purpose, fixating on one officer in particular, who fired the fatal shot.Derbyshire Police Deputy Chief Constable Simon Blatchly expressed condolences to Mr. Ciolac's family and friends, acknowledging the profound impact the event had on everyone involved. He emphasized that the situation faced by officers that day was unprecedented and that they acted in accordance with their oath to protect life, prioritizing their own safety, the safety of their colleagues and the public, and ultimately, the safety of Mr. Ciolac.He explained that attempts were made to negotiate with Mr. Ciolac and bring the situation to a peaceful resolution. Chief Constable Blatchly highlighted the rarity of firearm use by officers in Derbyshire, noting that most officers complete their careers without ever discharging their weapon. He stressed that the officers involved, while understanding the inherent risks of their roles, are also human beings with families and loved ones. He expressed immense pride in how they conducted themselves during this incredibly challenging situation and assured continued support for all officers and staff affected.An independent investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) into the fatal shooting also concluded that the officers' use of force was appropriate under the circumstances. The IOPC director, Derrick Campbell, conveyed condolences and reiterated the importance of thorough and independent examinations following fatal police shootings. He emphasized that lethal force should only be used as an absolute last resort. The IOPC investigation found that the officer who fired the fatal shot genuinely believed his life was in danger as Mr. Ciolac advanced towards him wielding the knife. This account was corroborated by extensive CCTV footage and police body worn camera recordings reviewed by the investigation. Based on the available evidence, the IOPC concluded that the decision to shoot Mr. Ciolac was reasonable in the given circumstances.
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