Police lost my property

[Bumbledee]

My brother died last year and because he died alone and was found by me thepolice took some of his things (PC, 2 x Memory cards & his mobile phone).13 months on and the inquest was held in January and no suspicious circumstanceswere found, we are still waiting to get his things back. I spoke to the coroner’soffice today and they have lost his property (except the PC) during a move atthe station. My mum, who is 68, is distraught as the memory cards had photos ofhim on them that were not on his computer. If anyone knows where we stand orwhat we can do about this I would be very grateful if you would let me know.

Thanks

[renegadeimp]

I would make a full and formal complaint first. Then take it from there.

[citizenB]

The items were taken by the Police and should have been correctly accounted for and stored securely which they have failed to do by the loss of these items.

 

I would advise making a Formal Complaint to the Chief Inspector in writing (always get proof of posting) requesting a full explanation as to how these items held by the Police that should have been accounted for and securely stored have been lost and what action has been taken to find these items.

 

You also require clarification if they have informed the Information Commissioners Office of the loss of these items as they contained personal data that has been lost by the Police and breaches the Data Protection Act.

 

Very distressing indeed.

[Conniff]

I don't think we have had a question like this before, so in the absence of anywhere better to put the thread, I have moved you to the Hardship and Vulnerable situations section

[Surfer01]

Not sure why the police would take the PC and memory cards unless they had very good reason and suspected criminal activity.