Braintree taser incident investigation concluded by IOPC

Father-of-three Sali Byberi, from Braintree, died following an incident in Clockhouse Way last November.

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said two officers went to the address at about 11.30am following a report of a disturbance and a single Taser was discharged "multiple times”.

Investigators said Mr Byberi allegedly assaulted an officer while they attempted to speak with the parties involved in the incident.

The officers then attempted to arrest Mr Byberi on suspicion of assault and were "met with resistance from him”.

A short time after the Taser was discharged he became unwell at the scene, the IPOC said.

Paramedics were called, but Mr Byberi died at the scene at about 1.15pm.

Incident - Clockhouse Way, Braintree (Image: Google)

Following the incident, Essex Police made a mandatory referral to the IOPC, which has now finished its investigation.

An IOPC spokesman said: “We have completed our investigation report into the circumstances surrounding Mr Byberi’s death.

“We found no indication that the actions of any officers involved in this incident justified the bringing of disciplinary proceedings or that they had committed a criminal offence.

“The officers were treated as witnesses during our investigation.

“The officers and Mr Byberi’s family have been notified of our decision and our report has been provided to HM Coroner to assist with upcoming coronial proceedings.

“We are unable to provide further details about our findings until the conclusion of inquest proceedings.”

A spokesman for Essex Police added: "Our thoughts have remained with the family of Sali Byberi following his death in Braintree on November 21, 2022.

"Essex Police referred itself to the Independent Office of Police Conduct, who carried out an independent investigation.

"As a result of that investigation, there was no indication that the actions of any officers involved in this incident justified the bringing of disciplinary proceedings or that they had committed a criminal offence.

"The officers were treated as witnesses during the IOPC investigation.

"We have worked closely with the IOPC following Mr Byberi’s death and continue to prioritise the safety of those who come into our care.

"We would again like to extend our condolences to Sali Byberi’s family."

Loved - Sali, left, with family members Eli, Elson and Leonne (Image: Family handout)

Mr Byberi was the manager of a car wash business in Sudbury.

He left behind partner Leonora Mafra, 31, and their three children Akil, aged eight, Eglison, six, and Fabio, five.

Sister Eli Sokolaj described Mr Byberi as “loving and family orientated”, adding he was “hardworking, outgoing and generous”.