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Security guard dies after attack at Blackfriars Crown Court Security guard dies after attack at Blackfriars Crown Court
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A prisoner custody officer who was attacked outside a court in central London has died.A prisoner custody officer who was attacked outside a court in central London has died.
Lorraine Barwell, 54, was assaulted on Monday as she escorted a prisoner between Blackfriars Crown Court and a prison van.Lorraine Barwell, 54, was assaulted on Monday as she escorted a prisoner between Blackfriars Crown Court and a prison van.
Humphrey Burke, 22, appeared at Camberwell Green Magistrates' Court on Wednesday charged with causing grievous bodily harm.Humphrey Burke, 22, appeared at Camberwell Green Magistrates' Court on Wednesday charged with causing grievous bodily harm.
He is due to appear at the Old Bailey for a preliminary hearing on 15 July. Justice Secretary Michael Gove said Ms Barwell was "courageous and dedicated".
The Serco security guard had been in a critical condition in hospital since the attack took place. The Serco security guard had been in a critical condition in hospital since the attack.
BBC Home Affairs correspondent Danny Shaw said no member of Serco custody staff had ever died in the line of duty. 'Dedicated officer'
BBC Home Affairs correspondent Danny Shaw says Ms Barwell is believed to be the first prisoner custody officer to have died in the line of duty.
Justice Secretary Mr Gove said: "I was shocked to hear of the tragic death of Lorraine Barwell.
"No words can express the devastating effect this will have on her family and friends and my deepest sympathies are with them at this difficult time.
"Lorraine Barwell was a courageous and dedicated prisoner custody officer who delivered a vital public service for more than a decade."
He added the Ministry of Justice would provide assistance to the police investigation.
The POA, the Professional Trades Union for Prison, Correctional and Secure Psychiatric Workers, added that members were thinking of Ms Barwell's family and friends.
In a statement in said her death should "serve to remind the public and politicians of the violent and unpredictable nature of the criminal justice workplace".
Mr Burke is due to appear at the Old Bailey for a preliminary hearing on 15 July.