Welcome
An independent public inquiry set up to examine the events surrounding the death of Sheku Bayoh, the subsequent investigation and whether race was a factor
Sheku Bayoh died on 3 May 2015 after an incident in the street in Kirkcaldy involving officers of Police Scotland.
Mr Bayoh, who was 31, left behind a partner, two young sons and a close family.
The purpose of the Inquiry is to examine:
- the immediate circumstances leading to the death of Mr Bayoh
- how the police dealt with the aftermath
- the subsequent investigation into the death
- whether race was a factor
The Inquiry can also make recommendations to prevent deaths in similar circumstances.
Read the full terms of reference here.
The Inquiry is chaired by Lord Bracadale.
Photograph: Courtesy of the Bayoh family
Watch
The Inquiry's first preliminary hearing was held on 18 November 2021.
Chair Lord Bracadale and senior counsel Angela Grahame QC provided a progress update and outlined the Inquiry's approach to evidential hearings.
Latest news
You'll find the latest updates from the Inquiry below.
Preliminary hearing announced
Published: 07/10/2021 - 9:13amPreliminary hearing to be held on 18 November 2021
Media advisory published
Published: 15/09/2021 - 9:22amMedia advisory issued in relation to a restriction order made by the Chair
Restriction order published
Published: 15/09/2021 - 8:47amThe Inquiry has published a restriction order