The fallout from the Henry Nowak case

Sensemaker by The Observer

Jun 5, 20267:38News & Politics

The police’s treatment of Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed after he had been stabbed, has prompted riots in Southampton, and allegations of a two-tier policing system. Writer: Poppy Bullard Producer: Poppy Bullard Host: M...

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