Vickrum Digwa, who is serving a prison sentence for the murder of Henry Nowak, is reported to be held in segregation at HMP Frankland in County Durham. Multiple outlets say Digwa is anxious about his safety and has refused a planned move from his segregation cell to a wing at the prison after learning it was the location where Ian Huntley was attacked earlier this year. Reports describe the wing as A-wing, also referenced by some as “Monster Mansion,” and note that Huntley was fatally attacked on that wing.
The coverage is consistent that Digwa’s refusal is linked to fears of a repeat attack similar to what happened to Huntley. The Daily Express and Daily Mail state that Digwa is afraid he could be killed in custody and that he asked not to be moved. The Manchester Evening News adds that he refuses the transfer and remains in segregation rather than relocating to the wing. One account also includes comments from a former inmate, who says he is not surprised by Digwa’s fear. Across the reports, Digwa’s segregation status and refusal to move are presented as the central facts.
