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Body Cam Footage Released in the Shocking Murder of Henry Nowak

Police released bodycam footage showing the victim pleading for help as the attacker was later jailed for life after lying about the assault.

  • On Monday, Hampshire Police released bodycam footage showing 18-year-old Henry Nowak repeatedly pleading "I've been stabbed" while being handcuffed on Belmont Road in Southampton.
  • Vickrum Digwa was sentenced to life with a minimum term of 21 years after murdering Nowak with a 21cm blade, having misled officers by falsely claiming the victim attacked him.
  • Apologizing for the "tragic case," Temporary Deputy Chief Constable Robert France explained officers were deceived by the killer's lies but recognized Nowak's condition within three minutes and switched to life-saving aid.
  • Mark, Henry Nowak's father, demanded a "full, fearless and transparent" investigation, stating "Our family should not have to fight for the truth" as the Independent Office for Police Conduct examines the incident.
  • The Prime Minister called the incident an "awful, shocking case" on Monday, emphasizing the need to tackle knife crime as Southampton continues to mourn the loss of the 18-year-old student.
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Daily Echo broke the news in Southampton, United Kingdom on Monday, June 1, 2026.
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