Overview
- The attack that killed 18‑year‑old Henry Nowak took place on December 3, 2025, and on Monday a jury convicted Vickrum Digwa of murder and sentenced him to life with a minimum term of 21 years.
- Hampshire Police released body‑worn camera video on Tuesday with the Nowak family's permission that shows officers handcuffing the mortally wounded student as he says “I can’t breathe” and asks for help.
- Hampshire Police self‑referred the force’s response to the Independent Office for Police Conduct, one officer has resigned, three are being treated as witnesses, and the IOPC expects to report in roughly three months.
- More than 1,000 people rallied in Southampton on Tuesday, and some demonstrations became violent with bricks, flares and other missiles thrown at police, two people were arrested and senior ministers condemned the disorder.
- The National Police Chiefs’ Council has launched a review of its Race Action Plan and politicians are pressing for scrutiny of legal exemptions for ceremonial kirpans, a move that could lead to changes in policing guidance and knife rules.