The vice-chancellor of the University of Nottingham, Prof Shearer West, spoke of the shock and grief “at the senseless loss of two first-year students who have had their bright futures brutally curtailed by a seemingly random act of violence”. The suspect, a 31-year-old man, remained in custody on Wednesday.Ĭounter-terrorism officers are assisting the investigation by Nottinghamshire police, but multiple sources say the suspect’s mental health is an active line of investigation as police try to determine a motive. “You genuinely couldn’t find a nicer guy,” said son Lee. “He was everyone’s friend, always willing to help,” said his son James. The sons of Ian Coates said he was due to retire in four months. In a statement, Kumar’s parents spoke of their “complete and utter devastation”, describing her as “an adored daughter and sister” and “a truly wonderful and beautiful young lady”.| Webber’s parents described their son in a statement as a “ beautiful, brilliant, bright young man, with everything in life to look forward to”. The vigil was attended by the families of the two students, who addressed those present. Thousands of people joined a vigil outside the students’ union at the University of Nottingham to pay tribute to the two students. Ian Coates, 65, a school caretaker was later found dead also from knife injuries in Magdala Road.Īnother man, in critical condition in hospital, was one of three pedestrians allegedly hit by the suspect who was driving a van. Nottinghamshire police said University of Nottingham students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, both aged 19, died after having been stabbed. The three victims have been formally identified as police confirmed they all died of knife wounds. 5d ago 20.45 BST A summary of today's developments
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