Misconduct inquiry launched into Met Police handling of fatal schoolgirl crash

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched a misconduct inquiry into eleven Metropolitan Police officers concerning their initial handling of the investigation into a tragic crash that claimed the lives of two young schoolgirls. The incident, which occurred in July 2023, saw Nuria Sajjad and Selena Lau, both eight years old, tragically killed when a Land Rover veered off course and struck them during a school event in Wimbledon.

The families of the victims have consistently maintained that the initial investigation was flawed, and they have expressed encouragement that the IOPC is now looking into the matter. They stated their ongoing commitment to uncovering the truth about the devastating events of that day and the subsequent actions taken by the Metropolitan Police. The IOPC's investigation will scrutinize allegations that officers may have provided false or misleading information to the affected families and will also examine whether racial bias played a role in the treatment of those involved.

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We have always sought the truth, and will continue to champion the pursuit of complete clarity on the events of that devastating day and subsequent actions taken by the Metropolitan Police. The truth must come to light.

This inquiry is particularly sensitive as it delves into the standard of the investigation itself, including its management, direction, and the conduct of the investigation team. The Metropolitan Police have acknowledged the necessity of an independent review, with a senior commander expressing that their thoughts remain with the families and that they will fully cooperate with the IOPC. The force had previously reopened its own investigation in October 2024 following an internal review, and the driver of the Land Rover was re-arrested and interviewed again in July 2025.

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Our thoughts remain with Nuria and Selena's families, as well as everyone who has been impacted by this terrible tragedy. We understand this prolonged process has compounded their grief and suffering. It is right that our initial handling of this incident be independently scrutinised, and we will provide every assistance to the IOPC as their investigation continues.