Minister says care of Nottingham killer Valdo Calocane was unacceptably poor
A government minister stated that the mental health care provided to Valdo Calocane before the Nottingham killings was unacceptably poor. The remarks follow the June 2023 attacks that left three people dead.
news.sky.comA government minister stated that the mental health care provided to Valdo Calocane before the Nottingham killings was unacceptably poor. The minister's comments address the period leading up to the June 2023 attacks in which Calocane killed three people in Nottingham.
Background on the case Calocane had been under mental health services prior to the attacks. Officials have since reviewed the treatment he received. The minister described the standard of care as falling below acceptable levels.
Next steps Further reviews of mental health service delivery are expected to continue. No additional details on specific recommendations were provided in the statement.
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