An undated handout photo of Robert Stewart, who was jailed for life for the murder of Zahid Mubarek at Feltham young offenders' institution. Photograph: PA
The public inquiry into the murder of Asian teenager Zahid Mubarek by his white racist cellmate at the troubled Feltham young offenders' institution continues to investigate claims that the killing was the result of 'gladiator-style' fights set up by prison officers. The official website of the inquiry has full transcripts of the controversial allegations, and other evidence, including letters written by Mubarek's killer, Robert Stewart.
The inquiry heard today that the prison officers' union smeared one of its own officials by alleging that he instigated such fights at Feltham, where Mubarek was battered to death in March 2000. Another union official had claimed yesterday that the games were set up for the "perverted pleasure" of warders at the prison.
For full coverage of on the inquiry, visit our special report on youth justice.
Posted by David Batty
