Bodycam reveals plea for air as UK stabbing spurs protests and political finger-pointing
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Bodycam footage shows 18-year-old Henry Nowak begging for air after a fatal stabbing in Southampton, as the killer, Vickrum Digwa, is jailed for life with a minimum 21 years. The case has sparked protests where far-right figures, including Tommy Robinson, attacked police, prompting an IOPC review of the force's initial response. Prime Minister and Home Secretary commented on the footage and broader policing concerns, while Elon Musk floated funding a private prosecution over the handling of the case.
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