The police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), has reopened its investigation into previous assaults by the Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane following representations from the families of the murdered victims. Calocane had killed three individuals in June 2023, including two 19-year-old students and a 65-year-old caretaker.
The IOPC stated that they had received new evidence from the Leicestershire police, which had not been previously available, prompting the decision to reinvestigate whether officers had knowledge of Calocane’s previous history and an outstanding arrest warrant before closing the initial investigation. The watchdog’s director, Derrick Campbell, expressed sympathies for the families of the victims and emphasized the importance of sharing evidence with interested parties to ensure effective participation in investigations.
The IOPC’s decision to reopen the investigation was based on the criteria of significant new information coming to light that requires further inquiry. The organization is now conducting further inquiries into what officers knew about Calocane, particularly the outstanding warrant for his arrest.
In response to the reopening of the investigation, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has assured the families of the victims that a judge-led public inquiry will take place in the coming weeks. The inquiry will scrutinize various agencies involved in the case, with a retired judge set to lead the process. The IOPC has also offered to meet with the families of the victims to discuss the latest developments and address any concerns they may have.
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