Keaton Slater's Parents Battle Two Years to Repatriate Driver From Latvia for Justice

The family of Keaton Slater, a 12-year-old boy killed in a hit-and-run incident, have successfully concluded a two-year fight to repatriate the driver responsible from Latvia. Janis Narkevics, 32, fled the UK after his car struck Keaton in Coventry in June 2022. Keaton’s parents, Louise and Anthony Slater, expressed immense relief and gratitude after Narkevics was brought back to Britain.

Narkevics was arrested in Latvia in October 2023 under a European arrest warrant. His return to the UK was secured following a protracted legal process and persistent pressure from Keaton's family and West Midlands Police. He now faces charges of causing death by dangerous driving, driving without a licence, and driving without insurance.

Louise Slater described the past two years as a "living hell," highlighting the emotional and practical toll of navigating the international legal system. The family’s determination, however, never wavered, driven by the desire for justice for their son. The case underscores the complexities often encountered when perpetrators of serious crimes cross international borders, necessitating robust cross-border cooperation to ensure accountability.