Nottingham killer sought arrest at MI5 HQ before 2023 attack, inquiry told

The Guardian - World NewsEN 3 min read 100% complete by Raphael BoydMarch 3, 2026 at 07:39 PM

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An inquiry is investigating the 2023 Nottingham stabbings committed by Valdo Calocane, who killed three people. The inquiry revealed that in May 2021, Calocane attempted to turn himself in to MI5 headquarters in London, stating he wanted to be arrested. Although the Fixated Threat Assessment Centre (FTAC) reviewed Calocane, he did not meet the threshold for further assessment. The intelligence report was passed to Nottinghamshire Police, but they did not conduct their own assessment. Calocane's former flatmate also reported an incident to Nottinghamshire police, but his concerns were not addressed. The inquiry is examining potential missed opportunities to prevent the attacks.

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