A criminal investigation has been launched after a man was left with life-changing injuries after a police officer shot him with a Taser in north London.
The victim was given an electrical shot while jumping over a wall in Haringey on May 4.
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said the man, in his 20s, fell and suffered serious injuries and was arrested for drug-related offences.
The officer, who served with the Metropolitan Police, will be asked by IOPC investigators to give a written account under caution for the alleged offence of causing grievous bodily harm.
Sal Naseem, from the IOPC, said: “Having examined a range of evidence including body-worn video, witness statements and medical evidence, we have taken the decision that this is now a criminal investigation.
“A criminal investigation does not mean that criminal charges will necessarily follow.
“We understand that many people are concerned about this incident and I want to reassure people that this is being thoroughly and independently investigated.”
