Body-worn camera footage released following a BBC request shows Vickrum Digwa, accused of the murder of Henry Nowak, repeatedly providing false information to police officers. The video captures the moments after Digwa was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
In the footage, an officer informs Digwa of the time, stating, "The time now is 11.55." Digwa, appearing tired, responds, "I'm tired." The officer then proceeds with the arrest, saying, "It's important mate, alright. At this time, I'm arresting you on suspicion of attempted murder OK?" Digwa expresses surprise, asking, "What do you mean attempted murder? Why am I getting arrested?"
Officers are heard explaining the caution, stating, "You don't have to say anything but it may harm your defence if you do not mention when questioned, something which you may later rely in court." They also emphasized the necessity of a "prompt and effective investigation" and "preventing further harm and injury." The officers acknowledge that they do not yet know the full story and need to investigate.
Henry Nowak was declared dead at 00:37 GMT on December 4, 2025, after medics attempted to resuscitate him. The video concludes before Digwa is placed in a police van. Hampshire police confirmed to the BBC that Digwa was never handcuffed following his arrest.
Mark Nowak, Henry Nowak's father, stated after Digwa's sentencing that his son was never handcuffed. He also noted that Digwa himself told the court that police took him to the kitchen to choose his food while under arrest for Henry's murder, a detail he described as an "unbearable" contrast to his son's death.