IPCC to launch appeal for Hillsborough witnesses

The Independent Police Complaints Commission will today launch a fresh appeal for witnesses as part of its investigation into the aftermath of the Hillsborough disaster.

96 people died at the Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield on 15 April 1989 during a FA Cup semi-final match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest .

West Midlands Police have been the subject of sustained criticism from victims families and campaigners since the event. There are currently three on-going investigations into the event.

The IPCC are investigating allegations of a police cover-up and are looking for witnesses as part of their investigation.