Police chief apologises to Henry Nowak's family over handcuffing and arrest
Summary
The police chief of Hampshire apologized to the family of Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old student who was handcuffed and arrested while dying from stab wounds. The apology followed bodycam footage showing officers not immediately helping Nowak, who repeatedly said he could not breathe. The man who killed Nowak was sentenced to life in prison.Key Facts
- Henry Nowak was stabbed four times and was lying on the ground telling police he was hurt and could not breathe.
- Police handcuffed and arrested Nowak despite his condition.
- Henry Nowak’s killer, Vickrum Digwa, was sentenced to life with a minimum of 21 years in prison.
- The police chief, Alexis Boon, apologized to Nowak’s family but said he would not resign.
- An Independent Office of Police Conduct investigation is ongoing about the police response.
- One officer seen in the footage left the police force for unrelated reasons; three others were removed from front-line duties.
- Political figures reacted strongly, with some accusing others of using the case to create division.
- Nowak’s family called for calm amid the public reaction.
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