Summary
Two women were murdered by the same man in London, leading their families to call for police accountability. The suspect, Carl Cooper, was arrested and convicted, but families believe police missed chances to prevent the second murder. The families are starting a campaign for better police response and to find one victim's body.
Key Facts
- Fiona Holm and Naomi Hunte were killed by Carl Cooper, 16 months apart.
- Fiona Holm went missing in June 2023, and her family repeatedly asked police for help.
- Carl Cooper was arrested after the family caught him selling Holm's clothes.
- In July 2024, Cooper was sentenced to life in prison for the murders.
- Naomi Hunte was murdered on Valentine's Day in 2022.
- Police had previously arrested Cooper on suspicion of Hunte's murder but released him on bail.
- Families are launching a campaign for police accountability and to find Holm's body.
- Ten police officers face possible misconduct proceedings due to their involvement in the cases.
