UK government condemns violence at protest over teen’s stabbing death
The UK government has condemned the violence that erupted during a protest over the stabbing death of teenager Henry Nowak. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood criticized activists for using the tragedy to incite disorder, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed concern over police actions during the incident. The case has sparked debates about policing, knife crime, and alleged biases in the justice system.
- ▪Henry Nowak was killed in December during an unprovoked attack by Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of murder.
- ▪Protesters clashed with police in Southampton, throwing objects and causing unrest during the demonstration.
- ▪The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating the police's handling of the situation, particularly regarding accusations of racism.
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World News UK government condemns violence at protest over teen’s stabbing death By Associated Press Published June 3, 2026, 7:22 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Britain’s interior minister accused activists of hijacking a tragedy to stir up violence after police were attacked at a protest over the death of a teenager who was handcuffed as he lay dying while his killer stood nearby. Police were pelted with chairs, cans, rocks and flares late Tuesday by some of the hundreds who attended a protest in the English south coast city of Southampton, where Henry Nowak was killed in December.
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