Public Inquiry into Emma Caldwell Case Gains Momentum
First Minister Humza Yousaf considers judge-led inquiry amid widespread calls for accountability over police mishandling.
- First Minister Humza Yousaf indicates a public inquiry into the Emma Caldwell case is possible, following calls from political leaders and the victim's family.
- Emma Caldwell's murder by Iain Packer in 2005 and subsequent police failings have sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability.
- Police Scotland has apologized for the mishandling of the Caldwell case, acknowledging victims were let down by policing in 2005.
- Critics argue that a toxic culture of misogyny and corruption within the police contributed to the failure to bring Packer to justice sooner.
- A judge-led public inquiry, potentially led by someone outside Scotland, is being considered to investigate systemic failings in the case.