Independent review announced into murder of student Henry Nowak
Summary
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced an independent review into the murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak in Southampton. Former Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk KC will lead the review, which will examine events before, during and after the killing.Key Facts
- Nowak was fatally stabbed in Southampton in December 2025.
- Vickrum Digwa was convicted of the murder and jailed for life on 1 June, with a minimum term of 21 years.
- Digwa falsely claimed that he had been racially abused and acted in self-defence.
- Bodycam footage showing police handcuffing Nowak as he lay dying drew scrutiny of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary.
- The case prompted wider debate about knife laws, race, policing and public trust.
- Mahmood announced the review in the House of Commons on Monday.
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