How Salisbury Novichok poisonings entangled a spy and Russian hit squad

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"The Novichok poisonings in Salisbury unexpectedly propelled a group of strangers into the national spotlight. Today, a public inquiry will publish its findings into the death of a woman poisoned by a Russian nerve agent in July 2018. A former spy, a Wiltshire Police officer, and a Russian hit squad all became involved in the devastating events that took place."

"Dawn Sturgess, 44, who died, was remembered by those closest to her as a compassionate, loving and kind mother-of-three, who cared for others even when her own life was challenging. She lived at John Baker House, supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness, and had long struggled with alcohol dependency. But in the months leading up to her death, those who loved her say she was "settled and happy", optimistic about the future and making plans to regain independence."

The Independent emphasizes funding for on-the-ground reporting across issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, producing documentaries such as 'The A Word' and refusing to use paywalls. Donations are solicited to keep journalists reporting both sides and to make quality journalism available to everyone, paid by those who can afford it. The Novichok poisonings in Salisbury brought strangers into the national spotlight and triggered a public inquiry into a July 2018 death by a Russian nerve agent. Investigations involve a former spy, a Wiltshire Police officer, and a Russian hit squad. Dawn Sturgess, 44, lived in supported accommodation, struggled with alcohol dependency, was said to be settled before her death, and died after exposure to a chemical weapon left in a discarded perfume bottle in Amesbury; her partner Charlie Rowley is named in accounts.

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