'We want the truth' - families of Nottingham attacks victims speak ahead of inquiry hearings
BBC World
February 22, 2026
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Families of victims killed in Nottingham attacks caused by Valdo Calocane have expressed their determination to uncover the full truth during upcoming inquiry hearings. The attack on June 13, 2023, claimed the lives of Barnaby Webber, Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and Ian Coates, while leaving three others seriously injured. As part of the Nottingham Inquiry, which begins in London, families are seeking accountability from agencies involved in Calocane’s mental health care and supervision. Dr Sanjoy Kumar, whose daughter Grace was killed trying to protect her friend Barnaby, emphasized the need for systemic change in mental health support systems to prevent future tragedies. He called for transparency and accountability, urging authorities to ensure individuals responsible for monitoring Calocane did their jobs properly.
The inquiry will examine Calocane’s mental health history, including his diagnosis of paranoid schizophrenia, and assess whether cost-cutting measures or inadequate oversight contributed to the tragedy. Dr Kumar, a GP with over 30 years in the NHS, expressed frustration at potential neglect within the system, stating he hopes the inquiry will reveal if individuals failed in their duties. Barnaby Webber’s mother Emma Webber echoed these sentiments, describing the long-awaited hearings as a step toward validation for families seeking answers and justice. She stressed the importance of
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Originally published on BBC World on 2/22/2026