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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Holly Bancroft

Family question why violent teenager was free to murder grandad in unprovoked attack

  • The daughters of Mark Carroll, who was killed in a random London park stabbing, are calling for a review into police and care service failings following the life sentencing of killer Rasheed Rahman.
  • Rahman signed out a knife from his supported living facility before murdering Mr Carroll and had been repeatedly arrested and released by police in the days prior to the attack.
  • Accommodation provider Soaring Heights Care stated they were never informed by authorities of Rahman's prior arrests, convictions, or potential risk of violence.
  • The Metropolitan Police confirmed that a critical incident review into their handling of Rahman led to several recommendations to improve operational practices.
  • Shadow home secretary Chris Philp supported the family's demand for an urgent government review, while Mr Carroll's daughters continue to fundraise for his gravestone.

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