A family is devastated after their son was left by police at a tram stop. Benjamin Connor was hit by a taxi hours later, raising serious concerns about police care.
Benjamin was a father of four. His family says he was “unsafely de-arrested” at Cornbrook. He had no phone, no money, and no way to get home.
Two hours later, he was hit by a taxi on the M602. Witnesses said he walked into traffic, and sadly, he didn’t survive. His sister, Billie-Jo, spoke out about the tragedy.
She shared how the police had a duty of care that night but failed him. The inquest revealed that the police didn’t assess his situation properly before leaving him.
Billie-Jo described Benjamin as a fun-loving guy with a heart of gold. He was a devoted dad to his kids, who meant everything to him.
The police were called to a flat in Rusholme before the incident. The owner said Benjamin needed mental health support and asked him to leave.
He thought he was being taken to a safe place, but instead, he was dropped off at a tram station. This decision led to his tragic death.
The inquest jury ruled that the police actions contributed to his death. They noted that he had no means to get home safely.
Billie-Jo expressed her family’s anger and heartbreak. They feel the system failed Benjamin in a careless way.
The police acknowledged the jury’s findings and stated they are working to improve their procedures. They want to ensure that everyone is treated with care in the future.
