Nottingham Inquiry: Woman broke spine after falling from window trying to flee triple killer
BBC World
February 26, 2026
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A woman who broke her spine after falling from a window while trying to escape triple killer Valdo Calocane has expressed her anger over his inability to be prosecuted due to mental health issues. During an inquiry, the woman revealed that she was informed by police that Calocane could not face prosecution at the time because of his schizophrenia. She had escaped from his attack in May 2023 after he broke into her flat, leading to serious injuries when she fell 10 feet from her window.
The inquiry has heard testimony from over 100 witnesses, including police officers and healthcare professionals, as it examines Calocane's mental health and the circumstances surrounding his attacks. The woman, who moved to Nottingham in January 2023 and worked as a cleaner, described her fear during the attack when she heard loud knocking and kicking at her door. She leaned out of her window for help but fell after slipping, resulting in spinal injuries that required surgery.
Calocane, now 22, was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia before his attacks and is serving a hospital order after pleading guilty to three counts of manslaughter and three attempted murders. The woman expressed frustration over the leniency shown to Calocane due to his mental health condition, stating that it was insufficient given the harm he caused.
This case highlights the challenges faced by individuals with severe mental health issues who commit violent crimes, raising questions about how such cases are handled in the justice system. The inquiry's findings could provide insights into whether adequate support and interventions were in place to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Originally published on BBC World on 2/26/2026