Summary
Stephen Lawrence's father wants one of his murderers, David Norris, to name the other men involved in the crime before he is considered for release from prison. Norris, serving a life sentence for the racially motivated murder of Lawrence in 1993, recently admitted his involvement while in prison. The Parole Board will decide if Norris is safe to be released.
Key Facts
- Stephen Lawrence was murdered in a racist attack in south London in 1993.
- David Norris, one of Lawrence's killers, is seeking parole 13 years after being jailed.
- Norris has admitted his involvement in the crime while in prison.
- Only Norris and Gary Dobson have been convicted for the murder, though police believe six men were involved.
- The Parole Board will hold a public hearing to decide if Norris can be released.
- Stephen Lawrence's father, Neville Lawrence, believes Norris should name the other attackers before release.
- The Metropolitan Police closed their murder investigation in 2020, but a BBC investigation has initiated a review.
