Police role at the scene
A few comments on here, one or two quite erroneous, about the role of the Police vis a viz AAIB...There is a clearly laid down procedure and taught at initial training to Police, on the roles and responsibilities..The scene and its security is always the responsibility of the Police. Its an absolute must though,that every assistance is given to the AAIB who have primacy in the investigation.
However, where there is loss of life, then the Police act for and on behalf of HM Coroner whose authority is higher than a High Court Judge.Some will be as good as gold and some will turn up at the scene and be rather pedantic..The Senior Police Officer at the scene often has a diplomatic balancing act to do..
This scene with its carnage and aftermath will not be easy to manage and deal with..so please understand there are many people trying..they may not get it right, all the time, but they will be doing their best...