Huge update on man, 27, who died at major UK airport after he became unwell

A man died at Manchester Airport after swallowing cocaine concealed in his underwear. The would-be flyer was about to board a flight from Terminal 2, when he was detained by Border Force officers earlier this week.

He was reportedly nicked for alleged drug offences but then "became unwell" and carked it not long after. Insiders have dished out that he was frisked and collared after the drug was found in his pants.

Post-arrest, while in a holding pen, he took ill believed to be because he scoffed the drugs. Despite the medics rushing in, he was declared dead at 1.53pm, reports the Mirror.

Now, the police watchdog, the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IOPC), is probing into the 27-year-old's death following his arrest. The IOPC previously stated: "The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the circumstances of a 27 year-old man's death following his arrest by Border Force officers at Manchester Airport on Wednesday 19 February. Our investigation follows a referral from the Home Office which detailed how the man was due to travel from the airport on Wednesday and was stopped after displaying unusual behaviour.

"He was subsequently arrested by officers and taken to a holding area where he became unwell and paramedics were called. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at 1.53pm. After being notified of the man's death, we declared an independent investigation into the circumstances at 4.29pm on Wednesday. IOPC investigators were sent to the scene to begin gathering evidence."

The family of the deceased are currently being supported by specialist officers and are kept updated on the ongoing investigation, which is still in its "very early stages". IOPC Director Amanda Rowe stated: "First and foremost, our thoughts are with the man's family and loved ones, as well as all those affected by his death. When someone dies after being taken into custody, it is important for there to be a thorough investigation to understand what has happened.

"We have been in touch with the man's family to explain our role and will keep them updated as the investigation progresses. Our investigation is in its very early stages and no further information is available at this time."