Henry Nowak tragedy: Stephen Lawrence's mother Doreen says police 'should be at fault'

Henry Nowak tragedy: Stephen Lawrence's mother Doreen says police 'should be at fault'Stephen Lawrence's mother Doreen Lawrence has criticised the police response to Henry Nowak's killing, criticizing officers for what happened that night. Share Article Share Article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy Link Link copied Bookmark Add us as preferred source Comments By Michael D. Carroll 04:35, Thu, Jun 4, 2026 Updated: 04:36, Thu, Jun 4, 2026 Doreen Lawrence has broken her silence in relation to the horrifying death of Henry Nowak (Image: Getty)Baroness Doreen Lawrence has criticised the police response to the killing of Henry Nowak, saying officers "should be at fault" over the handling of the teenager's final moments.The mother of murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence made the remarks in the House of Lords as the fallout continued from the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Henry in Southampton. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTOffering her condolences to Henry's family, Lady Lawrence said: "My condolence goes out to Henry Nowak's family."I think what's happened with him should never have happened. And the police should be at fault for what happened on that night."Her intervention comes after the release of police bodycam footage showing officers handcuffing Henry after the man who stabbed him allegedly claimed he had been subjected to racist abuse. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT ‘I’m a fool’ killer’s confession after stabbing student as Elon Musk erupts Ex-officer slams force after death threats over Henry Nowak misinformation Get the day's biggest headlines in UK and World news and more Subscribe Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy PolicyWhat's the response in Britain to Henry Nowak's murder?The footage, which has sparked national outrage...