Video: Tensions Erupt as Demonstrators and Police Confront Each Other Near the Residence of Nowak’s Accused Killer

Violent confrontations broke out on Tuesday evening between riot squads and demonstrators in Southampton, following the tragic stabbing death of Henry Nowak. Nowak, an 18-year-old student, was fatally stabbed in December of last year while walking back to his university housing in the city.

The unrest began with a gathering of hundreds at the Southampton Central Police Station, after which the crowd moved toward the residence of Vickrum Digwa, who is accused of the murder. According to BBC correspondent Peter Cooke, who witnessed the events, the situation escalated as protesters hurled objects at law enforcement officers. The items thrown included bricks, an e-scooter, and refuse bins.

Source: BBC News Generated at: 2026-06-03 05:13:36 UTC