‘Institutional misogyny’ blamed for warning signs missed in Simpson probe

Katie Simpson died almost a week after an incident in Co Derry on August 3 2020 (Family handout/PA)

A review has found that “institutional misogyny” contributed to “clear warnings signs” being missed following the death of showjumper Katie Simpson.

The independent review led by Dr Jan Melia, commissioned by the Department of Justice, found that “not one officer thought seriously about abuse/control” in the initial police investigation in 2020.