Emma Webber, the mother of Barnaby Webber, a young victim of a tragic attack in Nottingham, has voiced her distress and criticism over a WhatsApp group conversation among police officers. Her son, along with two others, fell victim to an attack by Valdo Calocane, who was later diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Emma expressed her anguish caused by the graphic details shared in the chat, describing the comments as callous, degrading, and desensitized.
In her open letter to the police officers, Emma expressed her frustration at being denied a private and anonymous conversation with the group, urging them to consider the terror and agony that the victims experienced. She also emphasized the need for compassion and care in their actions and urged the officer responsible for the message to pause and reflect on their actions.
Amid ongoing investigations and disciplinary actions within the Nottinghamshire Police, Emma has been vocal about her loss of faith in the leadership and has called for accountability and examination of the alleged failings. She has also emphasized the need for respectful and responsible conduct, especially in sensitive cases such as her son’s tragic death.