Public Inquiry to Examine Nottingham Attacks by Valdo Calocane

In Brief

Families seek full truth as inquiry into 2023 Nottingham attacks begins in London.

Key Facts

• A public inquiry into the 2023 Nottingham attacks by Valdo Calocane will start in London on Monday
• Victims included students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, both 19, and caretaker Ian Coates, 65
• Barnaby Webber’s mother, Emma Webber, has vowed to fight for the full truth about Calocane’s freedom to attack
• The inquiry is expected to investigate failures in the care and supervision of Valdo Calocane prior to the attacks
• Families of the victims have called for transparency and answers regarding the circumstances that allowed the attacks

What Happened

Valdo Calocane carried out attacks in Nottingham in 2023 that resulted in the deaths of three people, including two students and a caretaker. A public inquiry is set to begin in London to examine the events leading up to the attacks and the handling of Calocane prior to the incident. Families of the victims are seeking full disclosure and accountability.

Why It Matters

The inquiry aims to uncover any systemic failures in the care or supervision of Calocane that may have contributed to the attacks. It holds significance for public safety and the justice system’s handling of individuals deemed a risk. The families’ calls for transparency highlight the demand for accountability and potential policy implications for managing similar cases in the future.