§ Lord Brockwayasked Her Majesty's Government:
What has been the result of the police inquiry into the case of Erroll Madden (promised in answer to a Question in this House) who in October 1980 was arrested in South London for stealing two model cars, signed a confession under alleged pressure during the night hours, and was then found to possess a receipt for the purchase of the articles, and subsequently discharged.
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Home Office (Lord Belstead)I understand from the Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis that the report of the investigation into this case has been referred to the Director of Public Prosecutions who concluded that the evidence available was insufficient to justify criminal proceedings against any police officer. The disciplinary aspect has not yet been completed.