Four Northamptonshire Police Officers Investigated Over Harshita Brella Case

The IOPC is examining alleged misconduct and supervisory failures in the handling of Brella's domestic abuse report before her murder.

Harshita Brella, 24, was found dead in a car boot in Ilford, east London, in November 2024, after allegedly being strangled in Corby.
Her husband, Pankaj Lamba, faces charges including murder, rape, and coercive control, and is reported to have fled the UK.
The IOPC has served disciplinary notices to four Northamptonshire Police officers for alleged failings in handling Brella's domestic abuse report.
Two detective constables face gross misconduct allegations over failures to progress inquiries and communicate with Brella after her August 2024 report.
Two senior officers are under scrutiny for potential misconduct related to case supervision and risk assessments.