If you wanted to bring a claim of wrongful arrest, the allegation would hinge on two major factors:

• Whether the officer should or shouldn’t have believed that the person may have been involved in a criminal offence or about to commit an offence
• Whether or not it was necessary to conduct an arrest

If further questioning or investigations could have been taken without an arrest taking place, then a wrongful arrest may have occurred. The officer’s belief at the time of the arrest can also come under scrutiny, especially if it appears that it was unreasonable for them to suspect the individual of a crime. For example, a simple case of mistaken identity without a thorough investigation to identify the individual and whether they were potentially linked to the alleged offence could give rise to a claim for wrongful arrest.

Our experienced team will:

• Review your case and assess its merits.
• Gather evidence, including police records and witness statements.
• File claims to hold the responsible parties accountable.
• Obtain independent expert evidence, if necessary.
• Seek compensation for loss of liberty, distress, and reputational harm.