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Further man charged after violence at Nowak protest

Further man charged after violence at Nowak protest

Summary

A man was charged after violence broke out during protests in Southampton related to the murder of student Henry Nowak. The protests involved clashes with police, leading to injuries and multiple people being charged for disorder.

Key Facts

  • Ryan Atkinson, 36, was charged with violent disorder connected to the protests.
  • Protests happened after police released bodycam footage of Henry Nowak being handcuffed after he was stabbed.
  • Nowak, 18, was fatally stabbed in December by Vickrum Digwa, who was jailed for the murder.
  • The protests started at a police station then moved near Digwa’s family home.
  • During violence, 12 police officers and a police dog were hurt.
  • Protesters threw objects like wheelie bins and chairs at police.
  • So far, 22 protesters have been charged and 12 people sentenced for disorder.
  • Nowak’s family condemned the violent actions during the protests.
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