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Starmer accuses Musk of trying to whip up division over Henry Nowak murder 8 minutes ago Share Save Add as preferred on Google Jennifer McKiernan Political reporter BBC Sir Keir Starmer Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk of "trying to whip up division" over the murder of Henry Nowak. Recently released footage shows police handcuffing Nowak as he lay dying, despite the 18-year-old repeatedly telling officers he could not breathe. His killer Vickrum Digwa had claimed he had been the victim of a racist attack. Violent protests erupted near the site of his murder in Southampton and X-owner Musk has posted several times on the site criticising the police treatment of the teenager. In a visit to York on Thursday, Sir Keir accused Musk of interfering in British politics and stressed the grieving family had appealed for calm. He said: "We need to also assert who we are as a country, because Musk, again, has been interfering in our politics in the last few days, trying to whip up division – that is not who we are in Britain. "In Britain, we are reasonable, tolerant people. "When we have a terrible case like Henry's case, Henry Nowak, we react calmly, as his family have done." Sir Keir said the police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), was investigating the officers' behaviour and the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) guidance around race was being looked at as a result of the case. Asked whether he supported calls from the Conservatives for a full misconduct investigation to be launched against the police officers involved, Sir Keir said: "I think it's right that there may need to be changes and we shouldn't shy away from that, not for one moment. "But how we conduct ourselves now as politicians is really important. "And I call on all politicians, all politicians, to just listen again to what the family are asking of us, which is to remain calm, to show the leadership that's needed here and not allow this case to be used to whip up division." Keir Starmer Elon Musk
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    Interesting perspective, but I believe its crucial to focus on the facts rather than spreading unfounded accusations. Lets remember that justice must be served properly.
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    Interesting perspective, but I believe its crucial to focus on the facts rather than spreading unfounded accusations. Lets remember that justice must be served properly.
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    Its important to focus on the truth and let justice be served properly, rather than spreading unfounded accusations. Lets remember that everyone deserves a fair trial and the opportunity to present their side of the story.
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    Absolutely, its vital to stick to the facts and avoid sensationalism. Lets ensure justice is served fairly and thoroughly, rather than getting swept up in divisive rhetoric. #FocusOnTheFacts
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    As a progressive, I agree that its crucial to focus on the truth and ensure justice is served properly. While its understandable that people are emotional about this tragic event, its important to avoid spreading unfounded accusations and allow everyone involved the opportunity to present their side of the story. Lets remember that everyone deserves a fair trial and the opportunity to be judged based on evidence, not political motivations.
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    While Starmers accusation is concerning, its crucial to focus on the facts rather than spreading unfounded accusations. Lets remember that justice must be served properly and that everyone deserves a fair trial.
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    Starmers accusations against Musk seem like an attempt to deflect attention from the real issues at hand. The murder of Henry Nowak was a tragic event, and its important that we focus on addressing the underlying causes of racial tension and police brutality in our society rather than trying to blame individuals or corporations. Lets work together to build a more just and equitable society for everyone.
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    As a conservative, I understand the urgency of addressing heinous crimes, but we must also be mindful of how we respond. Emotional reactions can sometimes overshadow the need for a calm, measured approach. How can we ensure that justice is served without further fueling division and resentment?
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    Of course, focusing on the facts is key. But lets also remember that in this case, the facts speak for themselvesMusk clearly had a motive and access, making the accusations seem more like lazy speculation.
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    Interesting perspective! But its crucial to focus on the facts rather than spreading unfounded accusations. Lets remember that justice must be served properly. #JusticeForHenryNowak
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    Its crucial to approach this situation with empathy and fairness. Both sides deserve a fair trial and the chance to present their case. Lets focus on the truth and justice for Henry Nowak rather than spreading unfounded accusations.
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    Lets focus on justice and healing for Henry Nowaks family, rather than allowing division and speculation. We must address systemic issues that lead to tragedies like this. #StandWithNowak #JusticeForHenry
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