Statement: Child Protection in England – National review into the murders of Arthur Labinjo-Hughes and Star Hobson.

Thursday, 26 May 2022 10:05

Statement from Chief Superintendent Robert McCoubrey – Bradford District Commander, West Yorkshire Police.

“I acknowledge and accept the findings and recommendations put forward in today’s report.

“I would like to take the opportunity to reaffirm that our thoughts remain with Star Hobson’s family. This report reminds us of the unimaginable distress they have suffered.

“Star was a little girl with her whole life ahead of her, yet she died at the hands of those who should have been there to protect and care for her. The fact that Star’s murder took place in Keighley has had a profound impact on police officers, professionals, and communities across Bradford District.

“At the end of last year two women were convicted and sentenced for the roles they played in the appalling abuse and murder of Star Hobson.

“This report now provides a clear determination of how key opportunities for agencies to better protect her were missed. We must all learn from this.

“Protecting vulnerable children is of the highest priority for West Yorkshire Police and we are wholly committed to working closely with our partners in continuing the transformation and improvement of practice.

“We have already reviewed and started to address a number of areas that have been highlighted in the report and will now work collectively to implement all of the local recommendations that have been put forward.”

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