The brother of Henry Nowak’s killer was allegedly involved in a tense roadside confrontation outside a Southampton temple months before the fatal stabbing that shocked Britain, according to newly surfaced footage that has reignited scrutiny of the Digwa family and intensified debate surrounding weapons, policing, and public safety.
The video, obtained by the Daily Mail, appears to show 27-year-old Gurpreet Digwa holding what witnesses described as a Sikh ceremonial sword while arguing with another motorist outside the Vedic Society Hindu Temple in Southampton. Multiple local sources familiar with the incident identified the man in the footage as Gurpreet, the older brother of convicted murderer Vickrum Digwa.
The emergence of the footage comes just days after Vickrum Digwa was sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 21 years, for the murder of 18-year-old university student Henry Nowak. The case has sparked national controversy after police bodycam footage showed officers restraining and handcuffing Henry following the attack while the teenager repeatedly told them he had been stabbed and struggled to breathe.
The newly revealed video does not appear to be directly connected to Henry’s killing. However, its release has further fueled public anger surrounding the Digwa family, who are already facing additional weapons-related charges stemming from police investigations conducted after Henry’s death.
In the footage, Gurpreet can allegedly be seen wearing traditional blue Sikh clothing while holding a bladed weapon near a black Mercedes A180. Witnesses said the confrontation unfolded on a road outside the temple and involved a dispute between motorists that escalated into a heated argument.
The video shows another man appearing to restrain Gurpreet while pulling him away from the confrontation. Voices can be heard shouting comments including “you’ve got a problem” and warning that the incident was being recorded.
Eventually, the man identified as Gurpreet returns to the vehicle and leaves the scene.
Relatives of the individual seen restraining him moved quickly to distance themselves from the controversy.
“We don’t want to be involved at all,” a family member reportedly told the newspaper.
“This family has nothing to do with the Digwa family. That is definitely Gurpreet, the elder brother in the video. We totally condemn what happened. We just want peace and love. We don’t want to get involved with this at all. If you have seen the video, then you will know it just shows road rage.”
Residents living near the location also recalled the confrontation.
Nina Padure, who lives on Radcliffe Road where the incident allegedly occurred, said she came outside after hearing shouting from the street.
“I heard two cars stop, then saw those guys come out with that big sword,” she said.
“I heard them shouting. The guy wanted beef with them.”
Padure said the confrontation lasted only a few minutes but left a lasting impression because of the presence of the weapon.
“When he got out of the car, he took the weapon with him,” she said.
“It was quite quick. They were shouting but not for very long, not even five minutes. He got into the back on the driver’s side. I was worried seeing someone carrying a sword around.”
Authorities have not publicly confirmed details of the alleged road rage incident, and Hampshire Constabulary reportedly stated that officers had been unable to locate records relating to the matter.
The timing of the footage’s release is significant because it comes amid a broader national debate about weapons laws and religious exemptions following Henry Nowak’s murder.
Digwa’s killing of the 18-year-old accountancy student has become one of the most controversial criminal cases in Britain this year.
The court heard that on the night of the attack, Vickrum Digwa stabbed Henry during a confrontation in Southampton. Prosecutors said Digwa falsely claimed to police that he had been racially abused and attacked by Henry, including allegations that Henry had removed his turban.
Jurors ultimately rejected those claims.
Evidence presented during the trial showed that Digwa had lied to officers about the incident and that Henry was the victim rather than the aggressor.
Public outrage intensified after police released body-worn camera footage showing officers restraining Henry after the stabbing. In the video, Henry repeatedly tells officers he cannot breathe and says he has been stabbed.
The footage triggered widespread criticism of the police response and prompted calls for accountability from politicians and campaigners.
The controversy has also reignited discussion about the carrying of Sikh ceremonial blades, including kirpans, which are protected under British law as articles of faith.
Critics have argued that the laws should be reviewed following Henry’s death, while Sikh organizations have strongly condemned Digwa’s actions and insisted that his conduct should not be used to stigmatize an entire community.
Adding to the legal troubles facing the Digwa family, Gurpreet Digwa, his father Moga Singh, and Vickrum Digwa all appeared before Southampton Magistrates’ Court earlier this week on a series of weapons-related charges.
The trio face allegations connected to the possession of multiple offensive weapons, including a flick knife, extendable baton, knuckledusters, machete, swords, and kusaris.
Gurpreet faces several additional allegations, including possession of an asp, an air rifle, an axe, and a kirpan in a public place.
All of the charges relate to December 4, 2025, the day after Henry was fatally stabbed.
The defendants have not entered pleas, and the case was adjourned until July. Gurpreet and Moga Singh were released on unconditional bail, while Vickrum remains in custody serving his life sentence.
The murder case has attracted attention far beyond Southampton.
Political leaders across Britain have weighed in, with some calling for reforms to policing practices and others focusing on broader debates about race, equality policies, and public confidence in law enforcement.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch recently met with Henry’s family and praised their courage in the aftermath of the tragedy. She said they wanted to see meaningful reforms emerge from the case and called for efforts to rebuild public trust in policing.
Meanwhile, Henry’s parents have repeatedly urged the public not to allow their son’s death to fuel hatred or division.
Instead, they have called for a focus on improving public safety and ensuring that lessons are learned from the circumstances surrounding the fatal encounter.
As investigations continue and additional court proceedings approach, the newly surfaced footage involving Gurpreet Digwa is likely to generate further scrutiny of a family already at the center of one of Britain’s most emotionally charged criminal cases.
For Henry Nowak’s loved ones, however, the focus remains on the young student whose life was cut short. While political arguments, social media controversies, and legal battles continue to dominate headlines, they have consistently emphasized that the central issue remains the loss of an 18-year-old with his future ahead of him — a loss that no court ruling or public debate can ever undo.