Duncan Lewis Solicitors instructed by Davison family for Plymouth Shooting Inquest (17 January 2023)

The Davison family has instructed Duncan Lewis Solicitors to support and represent them through the six-week inquest into the Keyham shooting tragedy in Plymouth, which began today. Jake Davison, who had a shotgun licence, shot and killed his mother and four others in August 2021, before ultimately using the weapon to kill himself. The six-week-long jury-led inquest will probe a number of key points, including whether opportunities were missed to stop the tragedy from happening. The Davison family has asked that any media enquiries be directed to Duncan Lewis in the first instance. The inquests into the deaths of the five victims: Maxine Davison, Lee and Sophie Martyn, Stephen Washington and Kate Shepherd started today, January 17. Jake Davison’s inquest commences separately on February 20. The Government has since tightened up the regulations on shotgun licensing. Our specialist inquest team provides:

• Expert advice on all matters relating to inquests
• Legal advice where the death was caused or contributed to by the actions of a third party such as a medical practitioner or employer
• Representation if an inquest results in a civil claim
• Our expert team assists very many bereaved families and friends in navigating the complicated inquest process each year, possesses a deep well of expertise across a range of legal fields and has access to the very best and up to date resources. Inquests can be a daunting and it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed after a tragedy, with so much to think about. Don’t wait for the inquest to end with your questions unanswered, call our legal team for advice today. Experienced Action Against Public Authorities director and solicitor Graeme Rothwell has been instructed by the Davison family to represent them at the inquest. He is expert in holding public authorities to account when they abuse their powers, fail to observe their professional obligations, or otherwise act unlawfully. Graeme has assisted a wide variety of clients, many of whom are vulnerable, as a result of their experiences at the hands of the state and regularly assists in making complaints and bringing civil claims, against the police, the prison service, and government departments. He also advises in relation to the mishandling of personal information, discrimination, and breaches of legislation designed to protect basic human rights. For advice in relation to inquests contact Graeme via email at graemer@duncanlewis.com or via telephone on 020 7275 2886. For media enquiries email Marketing at Duncan Lewis in the first instance or telephone Steve Still on 07305 357329. The family are being represented in court by Nick Stanage of Doughty Street Chambers, who is being instructed by Graeme and his team.