By Tony O’Reilly-
Police have charged a man with three counts of murder following the attacks in Nottingham which left three dead.
Students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, both aged 19, and Ian Coates, 65, were all fatally stabbed in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Valdo Calocane, aged 31, of no fixed address, is also charged with three counts of attempted murder.
He will appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.
The killings rocked Nottingham and shocked the British public, with friends and families of the victim holding a vigil in the city.
Chief Constable Kate Meynell, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “These charges are a significant development and arise as a result of our thorough investigation into these horrific incidents that occurred in our city.
“Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of all those affected by these attacks, and we will continue to provide support and reassurance.”
The University of Nottingham said in a statement on Thursday: “We are devastated that the suspect is a former University of Nottingham student. The police have confirmed that this is not believed to be connected with the attack.
Family and friends of Nottingham murder victim, Barnaby Webber, visited the scene of the attack on Friday.
In a statement, his family, from Taunton, Somerset said: “We chose to come to this dreadful space because we owe it to both Barnaby and Grace to let them know we are here.
“As has been expressed by so many already, heartbreak cannot begin to describe our loss.
“As painful as this tribute today has been, it is yet another step forward on the very long dark journey we have been forced to take.
“We would like to thank all at Nottingham University and the police for their professionalism, diligence, respect and care they have shown during this time.”
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust said two patients are now stable and one has been discharged following van attacks on Tuesday morning.
The suspect attempted to run over three people standing at a bus stop in Nottingham.
No official confirmation has been given, but former University of Nottingham student Valdo Calocane is widely reported to be the suspect.