Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: “What happened to Henry is a tragedy, with his father showing exceptional leadership in expressing the immense pain of the family’s loss.
“While I hope the independent investigation progresses quickly to give the family the answers they deserve, it is already clear that lessons must be learned to ensure all victims are treated with dignity.
“This must also be a wake‑up call for those elected to govern. Rising tensions are being felt across our communities, and leadership at every level has a responsibility to respond. The public expect systems that are designed to protect them to work in their interests.
“Policing relies on consent, and rebuilding confidence where it has been damaged is essential. But this goes beyond policing alone – it is about the wider system and the responsibility we all share to build safer, more respectful communities.”
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