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Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Two teenage boys aged 16 and 17 die after car ploughs into tree
Two teenage boys aged 16 and 17 have died after a car left the road and smashed into a tree. A passer-by came across the wrecked grey Hyundai i20 with the two boys' bodies inside shortly after 2.45am on Sunday in Corhampton, Hampshire. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the two teens were pronounced dead at the scene. Their families have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers, the Hampshire Constabulary said. Floral tributes have been been left at the scene while Winchester City Councillor Danny Lee paid tribute saying his 'thoughts are with the families at the moment'. Speaking to the Daily Echo, Mr Lee said: 'My heartfelt feelings go to the family and community and obviously all friends who know the family. 'This is a tragic situation with youngsters cut down in their prime, it's beggars belief really. 'Our roads, our back lanes are not the safest roads in the world. People need to take care and I have no idea what happened here, but all I can say is my thoughts are in the family at the moment.' A pathologist is to carry out post mortem examinations on their bodies and the Mid-Hampshire coroner will open and adjourn an inquest into their deaths later in the week. A spokesman for Hampshire Constabulary said: 'Officers are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a fatal collision in Corhampton. 'Police were called at 2:47am to reports that a car had collided with a tree on Corhampton Lane. The collision involved a grey Hyundai I20. 'Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, a 16-year-old boy and a 17-year-old boy died at the scene. Their families have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. 'As part of our investigation we would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or anyone who has relevant dash cam footage capturing the incident or the moments leading up to it. 'If you have any information, please contact us online or via 101.' Anyone who witnessed the incident or may have relevant dashcam footage should contact the force online or via 101, quoting reference 44250311184.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Yahoo
Female police officer dies after arrest for sending sensitive information
A female police officer has died suddenly in the wake of her arrest for allegedly sending sensitive information. Pc Claire Browne, 44, was found dead by colleagues after they responded to a 'concern for welfare' call at a house in Netley Abbey, Hampshire, at 11am on Monday July 7. Along with her arrest, she had also been served notice of a gross misconduct investigation into her honesty and integrity, and for allegedly using a police account for non-work purposes. She had worked for Hampshire Constabulary since 2006 and was based in Southampton. In a statement, her family said: 'It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our much-loved Claire. She was a dedicated officer who served the force and the community diligently and compassionately for 19 years. 'Claire will be sorely missed by her many friends and colleagues. Our family is devastated and we ask for understanding, kindness and privacy during this incredibly difficult time.' She was arrested as part of an investigation into the sending of sensitive police information from her work email to her personal account. It is understood that one issue surrounded claims that she had a campervan under her name to avoid any issues with child maintenance payments. PC Browne is the second serving police officer to die while under investigation by the force's Professional Standards Department, following the death of Pc Alex Hazlett-Beard, a response officer, in February. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has now ordered an independent review of the department. She said: 'Recent events have understandably raised questions and concerns among officers, staff, and the wider public about how the force handles internal investigations. 'While the force has appropriately referred this matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), I believe it is also necessary to examine more broadly how the Professional Standards Department operates, particularly in terms of support provided to officers under investigation and the culture of those investigations. 'To ensure transparency and fairness, I will be commissioning an independent review, led by a qualified individual from outside policing with relevant experience in assessing organisational practices and wellbeing.' In a statement, the force's acting Chief Constable Sam de Reya said: 'Everyone is extremely shocked and saddened by Claire's death, and our thoughts remain with her family, friends and colleagues. 'Claire was a well-loved and respected officer and colleague who had worked in many different departments and teams throughout her policing career. She will be missed by us all.' Hampshire Constabulary confirmed it had referred itself to the IOPC. A spokesman for the force added that Pc Browne's death was 'not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner'.
Telegraph
12-07-2025
- Telegraph
Female police officer dies after arrest for sending sensitive information
A female police officer has died suddenly in the wake of her arrest for allegedly sending sensitive information. Pc Claire Browne, 44, was found dead by colleagues after they responded to a 'concern for welfare' call at a house in Netley Abbey, Hampshire, at 11am on Monday July 7. Along with her arrest, she had also been served notice of a gross misconduct investigation into her honesty and integrity, and for allegedly using a police account for non-work purposes. She had worked for Hampshire Constabulary since 2006 and was based in Southampton. In a statement, her family said: 'It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our much-loved Claire. She was a dedicated officer who served the force and the community diligently and compassionately for 19 years. 'Claire will be sorely missed by her many friends and colleagues. Our family is devastated and we ask for understanding, kindness and privacy during this incredibly difficult time.' She was arrested as part of an investigation into the sending of sensitive police information from her work email to her personal account. It is understood that one issue surrounded claims that she had a campervan under her name to avoid any issues with child maintenance payments. Concerns over internal investigations PC Browne is the second serving police officer to die while under investigation by the force's Professional Standards Department, following the death of Pc Alex Hazlett-Beard, a response officer, in February. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has now ordered an independent review of the department. She said: 'Recent events have understandably raised questions and concerns among officers, staff, and the wider public about how the force handles internal investigations. 'While the force has appropriately referred this matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), I believe it is also necessary to examine more broadly how the Professional Standards Department operates, particularly in terms of support provided to officers under investigation and the culture of those investigations. 'To ensure transparency and fairness, I will be commissioning an independent review, led by a qualified individual from outside policing with relevant experience in assessing organisational practices and wellbeing.' Death 'not suspicious' In a statement, the force's acting Chief Constable Sam de Reya said: 'Everyone is extremely shocked and saddened by Claire's death, and our thoughts remain with her family, friends and colleagues. 'Claire was a well-loved and respected officer and colleague who had worked in many different departments and teams throughout her policing career. She will be missed by us all.' Hampshire Constabulary confirmed it had referred itself to the IOPC. A spokesman for the force added that Pc Browne's death was 'not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner'.
The Sun
12-07-2025
- The Sun
Police officer, 44, of nearly 20 years dies while on bail after being arrested for sending sensitive information
A POLICE officer who served in the force for almost 20 years has suddenly died while on bail after being arrested. PC Claire Browne, 44, had been arrested following a probe into the sending of sensitive police information from her work email to her personal account. 3 The "much-loved" cop - who was based in Southampton and had worked for Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary since 2006 - had also been served notice of a gross misconduct investigation into her "honesty and integrity". Claire was found by colleagues at a home in Netley Abbey, close to Southampton, after concerns for her welfare. Tragically, despite the best efforts of emergency crews, the cop's life could not be saved. Her death has since sparked an independent review of the force's Professional Standards Department. Claire's family released an emotional tribute, saying: "It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our much-loved Claire. "She was a dedicated officer who served the force and the community diligently and compassionately for 19 years. "Claire will be sorely missed by her many friends and colleagues. "Our family is devastated and we ask for understanding, kindness and privacy during this incredibly difficult time." Claire is the second serving police officer to have died while under investigation by Hampshire Constabulary's Professional Standards Department. PC Alex Hazlett-Beard, who had been a part of the same police force, died last February while under investigation for misconduct. Moment hero cop tackles knife-wielding yob who yanks at her hair in frantic broad-daylight brawl on high street Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has now ordered an independent review of the department which investigates officers' conduct. She said: "Recent events have understandably raised questions and concerns among officers, staff, and the wider public about how the force handles internal investigations. "While the force has appropriately referred this matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), I believe it is also necessary to examine more broadly how the Professional Standards Department operates, particularly in terms of support provided to officers under investigation and the culture of those investigations." Jones continued: "This review will not interfere with any ongoing investigations or statutory processes but will help the force and me as commissioner to better understand whether the current systems are appropriate, proportionate, and supportive." 'WELL LOVED AND RESPECTED OFFICER' Acting Chief Constable Sam de Reya also paid tribute to the "well loved and respected officer". She said: "Everyone is extremely shocked and saddened by Claire's death and our thoughts remain with her family, friends and colleagues. "Claire was a well loved and respected officer and colleague who had worked in many different departments and teams throughout her policing career. "She will be missed by us all." The police boss also recorded a video message for staff across the force that outlined where support could be accessed. Hampshire Constabulary has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), following the tragic death. A spokesperson for the force said: "Officers responded to a concern for welfare call at an address in Netley Abbey, at 11am, on Monday 7 July. "Upon arrival officers discovered a 44-year-old woman requiring medical attention. "Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the address. "The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner."
Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Police officer, 44, with nearly 20 years on the force dies suddenly after being arrested for sending sensitive information
A police officer, who spent nearly two decades on the force, has suddenly died while on bail after being arrested for sending sensitive information. PC Claire Browne had previously been arrested following a probe into the sending of sensitive police information from her work email to her personal account. Before her death, the 44-year-old mother had been served notice of a gross misconduct investigation into her 'honesty and integrity' She had worked for Hampshire and the Isle of WIght Constabulary since 2006 and was based in the city of Southampton. PC Browne was found by colleagues at a property in Netley Abbey, Hampshire on the morning of July 7 after concerns were raised for her welfare. Despite the best efforts of emergency services, she could not be saved. Her death has since sparked an independent review of the force's Professional Standards Department. Her family have since released a touching tribute, saying: 'It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our much-loved Claire. 'She was a dedicated officer who served the force and the community diligently and compassionately for 19 years. 'Claire will be sorely missed by her many friends and colleagues. 'Our family is devastated and we ask for understanding, kindness and privacy during this incredibly difficult time.' The 44-year-old is the second the second serving police officer to die whilst under investigation by Hampshire Constabulary's Professional Standards Department. Last February, PC Alex Hazlett-Beard who was a part of the same police force died while under investigation for misconduct. Police and Crime Commissioner Donna Jones has now ordered an independent review of the department which investigates officer's conduct. 'Recent events have understandably raised questions and concerns among officers, staff, and the wider public about how the force handles internal investigations,' the elected official said. 'While the force has appropriately referred this matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), I believe it is also necessary to examine more broadly how the Professional Standards Department operates, particularly in terms of support provided to officers under investigation and the culture of those investigations.' She continued: 'This review will not interfere with any ongoing investigations or statutory processes but will help the force and me as commissioner to better understand whether the current systems are appropriate, proportionate, and supportive.' Acting Chief Constable Sam de Reya also paid tribute to the 'well loved and respected officer'. She said: 'Everyone is extremely shocked and saddened by Claire's death and our thoughts remain with her family, friends and colleagues. 'Claire was a well loved and respected officer and colleague who had worked in many different departments and teams throughout her policing career. 'She will be missed by us all.' The senior figure has also issued a video message to staff across the force outlining where to access support. Hampshire Constabulary have referred themselves to police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). A spokesperson said: 'Officers responded to a concern for welfare call at an address in Netley Abbey, at 11am, on Monday 7 July. 'Upon arrival officers discovered a 44-year-old woman requiring medical attention. Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the address. 'The death is not being treated as suspicious, and a file is being prepared for the coroner.
