A 27-year-old man died at Manchester Airport yesterday (February 19) after he was seen 'behaving unusually' in Terminal 2.
It has been reported that the man had been stopped while going through security by Border Force.
An investigation into the man's death has been launched and the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is carrying out independent inuiries. Specialist officers are supporting the man's family and updated them on the investigation.
It is understood that the man was later detained in connection with alleged drug offences and then "became unwell" some time later.
Paramedics were called to the scene before he was pronounced dead at 1.53pm, according to the MEN.
An IOPC spokesperson said: "We can confirm that we are independently 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."
IOPC Director Amanda Rowe added: “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.”
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