Statement from the Vice-Chancellor on the deaths of two students


June 13th, 2023

It is with great sadness that we confirm the sudden and unexpected death of two of our students following a major incident in Nottingham city centre overnight.

Vice-Chancellor, Shearer West, said: “All of us at Nottingham are deeply shocked and saddened by the deaths of two of our students following a major incident in Nottingham city centre.

“I know our entire University community will join me in offering our deepest condolences to their family and close friends, as well as the other victims of the incident. Our thoughts are very much with them all at this incredibly difficult time.

“The university is supporting the students’ family and friends, as well as staff and students. Our security team is working closely with Nottinghamshire Police and the authorities to support the ongoing investigation into the incident.”

Support is available through our support and wellbeing services for any of our community who may need it.

4 Comments

June 14th, 2023 at 11:15 am

Gina Bates

Heartbreaking news and condolences to all from a parent whose child is about to start her university life

June 14th, 2023 at 12:42 pm

KAREL VAN ISACKER

Sincerest condolences towards affected families and student communities.

May Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar rest in peace.

Karel and family (Belgium)

June 14th, 2023 at 2:29 pm

Pete Burtenshaw

May I on behalf of myself, my children, resident abroad and resident here in Guernsey, our sincerest condolences to the students and educators at The University of Nottingham and the families and freinds of the 2 students who were murdered on the morning of the 12th June in Nottingham. The world is a cruel cruel place.

June 15th, 2023 at 5:42 pm

Katie Hales

Devastating news. Beautiful lives cut short. Such a senseless act of violence.
Take comfort in knowing the country is grieving too, they wrap their arms around all the family & friends of Barney & Grace and give love and strength. Two brilliant souls that will always be in the hearts of everyone. You are in everyone’s thoughts and we are side by side in your grief xx

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