Nottingham attacks: Man charged with triple murder, and three counts of attempted murder
Valdo Calocane will appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on Saturday 17 June
Last updated 16th Jun 2023
Nottinghamshire Police have charged a man with three counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder, after the Nottingham attacks on 13 June.
31-year-old Valdo Calocane, of no fixed address, will appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court tomorrow (17 June 2023).
It follows the deaths of 19-year-old University of Nottingham students Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar, who were fatally stabbed on Ilkeston Road after 4am.
65-year-old Ian Coates was also found fatally stabbed in Magdala Road, just after.
The three charges of attempted murder relate to three members of the public that were hit by a van.
"A significant development"
Chief Constable Kate Meynell, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “These charges are a significant development and arise as a result of our thorough investigation into these horrific incidents that occurred in our city.
"Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of all those affected by these attacks, and we will continue to provide support and reassurance.
"We would also ask people to respect the families’ wishes for privacy at this difficult time to allow them to grieve."
"This has been an incredibly sad time for our city and county, and we stand united with our communities as we come to terms with the effects of what has happened
"We are keenly aware of the deep emotion being felt surrounding these tragic events and the high level of interest, not only in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire but also across the whole country.
“However, posting prejudicial information online about an active case could amount to contempt of court and, in the most serious cases, have the potential to cause the collapse of a trial."
Nottinghamshire Police also assured people local to the city that support is available for anyone affected by Tuesday's attacks.
People can call Nottinghamshire Victim CARE on 0800 304 7575 or visit nottsvictimcare.org.uk. The helpline is open Monday to Friday, from 8am to 8pm, and Saturday, from 9am until 5pm.