Henry Nowak
Coverage of Henry Nowak in the Nexus archive.
- Family of killer in UK policing scandal pleads not guilty to weapons charges
Vickrum Digwa, his father Moga Singh, and brother Gurpreet Digwa pleaded not guilty to weapons charges linked to the 2025 murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton, which sparked nationwide protests and political controversy over policing and race. The case involves multiple offenses related to prohibited weapons, including a kirpan used in the killing, and has drawn criticism from far-right figures and U.S. officials.
- Henry Nowak's killer 'applies to have murder conviction quashed AND his sentence reduced'
The killer of Henry Nowak has applied to have their murder conviction overturned and their sentence reduced. The request seeks to quash the conviction and modify the punishment.
- Henry Nowak's murderer is segregated from other prisoners because he fears being killed in jail like Ian Huntley
Henry Nowak's murderer is segregated from other prisoners due to fears of being killed in jail, similar to the case of Ian Huntley. The article highlights concerns about prison safety and the risk of violence against inmates.
- UK watchdog probes police handling of murdered teen
A UK police watchdog is investigating two officers for potential misconduct in the death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed instead of receiving medical aid after being stabbed. The case involves a convicted murderer, Vickrum Digwa, and has drawn political and public attention, including criticism from U.S. officials and Elon Musk.
- Two UK police officers face misconduct probe in Henry Nowak murder case
Two UK police officers are under investigation for potential misconduct in the Henry Nowak murder case. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is examining whether race or religion influenced their actions.
- UK police who arrested teenage stabbing victim as he lay dying face gross misconduct probe
UK police officers face gross misconduct investigation after arresting an 18-year-old stabbing victim, Henry Nowak, as he lay dying in December 2025. The incident in Southampton involved body-worn video footage showing Nowak being handcuffed while stating he could not breathe; the suspect, Vickrum Digwa, who is Sikh, falsely claimed a racist attack by Nowak, who was white. The investigation examines potential breaches of police conduct standards and whether race or religion influenced the officers’ decision-making, with Nowak’s death being used by far-right activists to claim bias against white people in the justice system.
- Henry Nowak murder: two officers under gross misconduct investigation
Two police officers involved in the Henry Nowak murder case are under gross misconduct investigation by the police watchdog, IOPC, which is considering if race influenced their response. Nowak, 18, was stabbed by Vickrum Digwa, who falsely claimed a racist attack, leading officers to handcuff Nowak despite his injuries and inability to breathe.
- Two police officers in Henry Nowak case are under investigation for gross misconduct, watchdog reveals
Two police officers involved in the Henry Nowak case are under investigation for gross misconduct, according to a watchdog. The investigation was revealed by the watchdog.
- Police watchdog to probe if officers who handcuffed dying student Henry Nowak were influenced by protests at a nearby asylum hotel
A police watchdog is investigating whether officers who handcuffed a dying student named Henry Nowak were influenced by protests occurring at a nearby asylum hotel. The probe focuses on potential connections between the protests and the officers' actions.
- Newly released video exposes Henry Nowak killer’s lies
Newly released footage has revealed lies that led UK police to arrest a dying stabbing victim. The video exposed the killer's false statements which influenced the arrest.
- Murderer of Henry Nowak shown in new footage lying about being racially attacked
Vickrum Digwa, the murderer of Henry Nowak, is shown in police bodycam footage lying about being racially attacked. The footage also shows Digwa falsely claiming the victim was wounded from a punch or falling, ahead of his life sentence for stabbing Nowak five times.
- Newly-released video shows moment Henry Nowak's Sikh killer repeatedly lies to police telling them his dying victim was 'racist, drunk and hadn't been stabbed' - as cop tells him, 'I know mate'
A newly-released video shows Henry Nowak's Sikh killer lying to police, claiming the dying victim was 'racist, drunk and hadn't been stabbed' despite the officer's response, 'I know mate'.
- Anti-woke cop calls for new rules amid storm over 'two-tier policing' following murder of teenager Henry Nowak
An anti-woke cop advocates for new rules in response to controversy over 'two-tier policing' following the murder of teenager Henry Nowak.
- Henry Nowak's murderer Vickrum Digwa said to be 'cowering' in cell after being moved to 'Monster Mansion' jail where Ian Huntley was killed
Vickrum Digwa, identified as Henry Nowak's murderer, is reportedly 'cowering' in a cell at 'Monster Mansion' jail, a facility where Ian Huntley was killed. The article highlights Digwa's recent transfer to this prison.
- UK appeal court to review sentence in contentious Nowak murder case
A British court may increase the 21-year sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who murdered 18-year-old Henry Nowak, after the government cited public outrage over the case. The controversy involves false claims of racial abuse by Digwa and police handling of Nowak, who was handcuffed while dying, sparking far-right criticism and a police investigation.
- Henry Nowak killer Vickrum Digwa's sentence will be reviewed for being 'unduly lenient' after he was jailed for 21 years for stabbing student to death
Vickrum Digwa was sentenced to 21 years in prison for stabbing Henry Nowak to death. His sentence is being reviewed for being 'unduly lenient'.
- UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson says arrested at Heathrow
Tommy Robinson, a UK far-right activist, was arrested at Heathrow. Demonstrators gathered outside Southampton Central Police Station following the conviction of Vikrum Digwa for the murder of student Henry Nowak.
- Race-obsessed, untouchable Musk hits escape velocity from CEO rulebook
Elon Musk faces accusations of incitement for sharing far-right activist content related to anti-migrant protests in Belfast. His public statements on migration and voter fraud have aligned with white identitarian politics, despite SpaceX's upcoming $1.75 trillion IPO and widespread investor support.
- Thursday briefing: What would it take for streets to be safe for all?
Violent crimes like the murders of Henry Nowak in Southampton and Stephen Ogilvie in Belfast have been exploited by the far-right, raising concerns about safety in shared spaces. The article also highlights US strikes in Iran, UK political dynamics involving Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham, Elon Musk’s X’s inaction on violent posts in Northern Ireland, and record Antarctic temperatures.
- Three more Henry Nowak protesters jailed for total of nine years after throwing bins and bottles at police
Three Henry Nowak protesters were jailed for a total of nine years after throwing bins and bottles at police. The incident involved violent actions against law enforcement.
- Two more Henry Nowak protesters sentenced for violent disorder: Father-of-two who was armed with makeshift knuckleduster and man who threw stones at police are jailed
Two Henry Nowak protesters were sentenced for violent disorder. One was armed with a makeshift knuckleduster, and another threw stones at police. Both were jailed.
- Labour slams ‘appalling’ Elon Musk after Belfast riots
The British Labour Party condemned Elon Musk for allegedly inciting tensions online ahead of Belfast riots, which followed a knife attack and subsequent arson. Musk shared a far-right activist's post encouraging protests, prompting Labour officials to accuse him of exploiting the situation for political gain.
- Stabbing suspect due in court after night of anti-immigrant protests in Northern Ireland
A 30-year-old Sudanese man faces an attempted murder charge in Belfast after a stabbing that sparked anti-immigrant violence, including arson and attacks on property. Northern Ireland politicians condemned the violence, which they linked to social media agitation by far-right figures. A separate stabbing case in England involving a white university student and a Sikh suspect also fueled immigration-related tensions.
- First jail terms handed down in protests over UK teen’s stabbing death
Two men were sentenced for violent disorder linked to protests following the stabbing death of 18-year-old Henry Nowak in the UK. The case has sparked political debates over policing and immigration, with U.S. and UK officials exchanging criticism over public reactions.
- Police arrest a Sudanese suspect in a Belfast stabbing as Starmer calls for calm
Police arrested a Sudanese suspect in Belfast for a stabbing that left a man in his 40s seriously injured. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged calm as authorities investigated the incident, which was not linked to terrorism. A separate stabbing case in Southampton involving a university student has sparked debates about immigration and policing.
- Man, 28, charged with violent disorder following Southampton protest over Henry Nowak murder - as police arrest boy, 16, and man, 39
A 28-year-old man was charged with violent disorder following a protest in Southampton over the murder of Henry Nowak. Police also arrested a 16-year-old boy and a 39-year-old man.
- Why Burnham agrees with Farage
Andy Burnham faces scrutiny over comments aligning with Nigel Farage on a tougher stance on immigration. The article also covers uncertainties around the Defence Investment Plan and Reform UK's response to the Henry Nowak killing in the Makerfield by-election.
- Let this be a warning – if Europe worries about Trump, it has even more reason to fear JD Vance | Gaby Hinsliff
The article warns that JD Vance, US vice-president, poses a greater threat to Europe than Trump due to his hard-right views and disdain for European society. Vance's controversial remarks on the Henry Nowak case echo similar rhetoric from Nigel Farage, as populists shift focus to migrants already in the UK amid declining immigration.
- Vance ties U.K. stabbing death to ‘invasion of migrants,’ prompting rebuke
Vice President JD Vance linked the murder of Henry Nowak in the United Kingdom to an 'invasion of migrants,' prompting rebuke from British officials who accused him of trying to 'stir up division.' The killer of Nowak was sentenced to life in prison last week.
- How Trump acolytes seized on UK teen’s killing to push anti-immigration agenda
Senior Trump administration officials, including Vice-President JD Vance, have criticized the UK government's immigration policies following the murder of Henry Nowak, accusing Keir Starmer's administration of lacking leadership to address mass migration. The statements align with anti-immigration rhetoric and challenge European approaches to migration and anti-racism.
- Outrage over claims police 'wanted to portray Henry Nowak as the aggressor' in statement days after his death despite evidence Vickrum Digwa had lied to them
The article reports public outrage over police statements attempting to depict Henry Nowak as an aggressor shortly after his death, despite evidence indicating that Vickrum Digwa provided false information to law enforcement. The controversy centers on alleged misrepresentation by police and the credibility of Digwa's account.
- Nowak killing: Weaponised white rage could tip the UK into the abyss
The article discusses how far-right politics in the UK, exemplified by Nigel Farage's response to the death of Henry Nowak, weaponizes white rage to fuel division. It criticizes the radicalization efforts of far-right agitators and media outlets, linking their rhetoric to rising fear and misinformation about migrants and asylum seekers.
- Protester at Henry Nowak demo told police 'come and get it' while armed with a 'makeshift knuckleduster', court hears
A protester at a Henry Nowak demonstration was armed with a makeshift knuckleduster and told police 'come and get it', according to court proceedings. The incident involved direct confrontation between the individual and law enforcement.
- Another six men are charged with offences after protests in Southampton following Henry Nowak murder - taking total to 20
Six men have been charged with offenses related to protests in Southampton following the murder of Henry Nowak, bringing the total number of individuals charged to 20.
- Henry Nowak protesters take the knee and chant 'I can't breathe' outside police station in Southampton
Protesters supporting Henry Nowak took the knee and chanted 'I can't breathe' outside a police station in Southampton.
- Sikhs 'are being attacked every day in Britain since Henry Nowak's killer was jailed'
Sikhs in Britain are reporting daily attacks since the jailing of Henry Nowak's killer. The article highlights concerns over increased violence against the community.
- British deputy prime minister tells JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for teen’s murder
British deputy prime minister David Lammy told U.S. Vice President JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for the murder of university student Henry Nowak, who was stabbed by British citizen Vickrum Digwa. Lammy emphasized the killer was British and the case has no link to mass migration, while Vance's comments sparked criticism and protests in the UK.
- British deputy prime minister tells JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for teen's murder
British deputy prime minister David Lammy told U.S. Vice President JD Vance he was incorrect to link the murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak to immigration, emphasizing the killer was British. Vance had blamed the stabbing on 'mass invasion of migrants,' prompting Lammy to challenge the narrative during a phone call. The victim's family and UK officials urged against using the case to fuel division.
- When Henry Nowak's killer appeared covered in blood and asked his mum to hide the knife, her family say she did 'what any mother would do'. Now as she languishes in jail we reveal how that split second decision changed her life forever
Henry Nowak's killer, covered in blood, asked his mother to hide a knife. The mother's family claims she acted as any mother would, but she is now imprisoned as a result.
- Three more men are charged with violent disorder after protests in Southampton following murder of Henry Nowak
Three men have been charged with violent disorder following protests in Southampton after the murder of Henry Nowak. The charges are linked to unrest in the city connected to the incident.