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09/01/2013
Mets To Investigate Stuart Lawrence Racism Claims
The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will investigate a complaint from the brother of murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence that he has been stopped and searched because he is black.
35-year-old Stuart Lawrence told the Daily Mail he has been stopped 25 times over many years.
"I am being targeted because of the colour of my skin, I don't think it's because I am Stephen's brother," he said.
"Whenever I have been stopped, I have never subsequently been charged with anything, and nothing has ever been found to be wrong with my car."
The Met said the complaint was "a very serious matter and it will be investigated thoroughly and speedily".
In 1993, 18-year-old Stephen Lawrence was murdered in Eltham in a racist attack. Gary Dobson and David Norris were convicted of the murder last year.
The Metropolitan Police were criticised for their actions surrounding the investigation into the death.
A public inquiry ruled the force was institutionally racist.
Stuart Lawrence’s solicitor Imran Khan told the Mail: "Previously Stuart has not complained or otherwise drawn attention to what has happened to him, but now, when the Metropolitan Police seemingly trumpet how things have changed for the better, he has felt the need to take action."
A statement from the Met said: "Mr Lawrence's complaint, which we received last night, is a very serious matter and it will be investigated thoroughly and speedily.
"Stop and search is an important tool to combat crime and is supported by the community if it is used professionally and fairly.
"Officers are accountable for their actions and it is therefore essential complaints such as these are fully investigated.
"The Commissioner has made it clear that he will not tolerate any form of racism. Strong action will be taken against any individuals if they are found to have acted in a racist manner."
(IT/GK)
35-year-old Stuart Lawrence told the Daily Mail he has been stopped 25 times over many years.
"I am being targeted because of the colour of my skin, I don't think it's because I am Stephen's brother," he said.
"Whenever I have been stopped, I have never subsequently been charged with anything, and nothing has ever been found to be wrong with my car."
The Met said the complaint was "a very serious matter and it will be investigated thoroughly and speedily".
In 1993, 18-year-old Stephen Lawrence was murdered in Eltham in a racist attack. Gary Dobson and David Norris were convicted of the murder last year.
The Metropolitan Police were criticised for their actions surrounding the investigation into the death.
A public inquiry ruled the force was institutionally racist.
Stuart Lawrence’s solicitor Imran Khan told the Mail: "Previously Stuart has not complained or otherwise drawn attention to what has happened to him, but now, when the Metropolitan Police seemingly trumpet how things have changed for the better, he has felt the need to take action."
A statement from the Met said: "Mr Lawrence's complaint, which we received last night, is a very serious matter and it will be investigated thoroughly and speedily.
"Stop and search is an important tool to combat crime and is supported by the community if it is used professionally and fairly.
"Officers are accountable for their actions and it is therefore essential complaints such as these are fully investigated.
"The Commissioner has made it clear that he will not tolerate any form of racism. Strong action will be taken against any individuals if they are found to have acted in a racist manner."
(IT/GK)
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