The Royal Gibraltar Police says it notes today’s verdict in the Coroner’s Inquest into the deaths of Mustafa Dris Mohamed and Mohamed Abdeselam Ahmed of accidental death. 

A statement from the RGP Commissioner Owain Richards follows: “As Commissioner of the Royal Gibraltar Police, I want to firstly extend my personal as well as the RGP’s deepest condolences to the families of Mustafa Dris Mohamed and Mohamed Abdeselam Ahmed, who tragically lost their lives following this incident on the 8th March 2020. 

“I also want to acknowledge the significant impact that this incident, and the period leading up to this second inquest and verdict, have had on the officers involved and their families, as well as on all those who have been involved in this matter in one way or another, either directly or indirectly, to whom I also extend my sincere appreciation. 

“I take this opportunity to also thank HM Coroner, staff and the Coroner’s jury for the careful consideration they have afforded this matter and also thank the Metropolitan Police Service and the Senior Investigating Officer for their independent investigation and family liaison support for the Inquest. 

“The Coroner’s jury has delivered a number of recommendations, and the RGP will now reflect and review these carefully against all the policies and processes that have already been implemented since this tragic incident took place.”