The UK government faces calls to push a Texas police department to reopen an inquiry following the fatal shooting of a British woman by her father in Texas.

Lucy Harrison, a 23-year-old from Warrington, Cheshire, was killed while visiting her father Kris in Prosper, near Dallas, on January 10, 2025. The incident occurred less than two weeks after her arrival with her boyfriend on December 28, 2024.

Despite the circumstances surrounding her death, Kris did not face criminal charges. The Senior Coroner for Cheshire, Jaqueline Devonish, ruled that Kris’ actions constituted unlawful killing due to gross negligence manslaughter during the inquest.

During the investigation, it was revealed that Kris had been drinking alcohol on the day of the shooting. He claimed to have taken Lucy to his room to show her his gun after an argument about Donald Trump.

Witnesses stated that Kris led Lucy into his bedroom shortly before they were to leave for the airport. Moments later, a gunshot was heard, and Lucy was found on the floor by her family and a neighbor.

Labour MP Sarah Hall has urged the UK government to press US authorities to revisit the case. Although Texas authorities initially considered manslaughter charges, a grand jury in Collin County decided against indicting Kris.

In a parliamentary debate, MP Hall emphasized the need for proper support for Lucy’s family, including guidance on navigating the Texas legal system. She highlighted the coroner’s findings and called for a re-examination of the case to ensure justice for Lucy.

“The actions of Lucy’s father on the day of her death were deplorable and led to her demise,” MP Hall stressed, urging the government to advocate for a thorough review of the case in collaboration with the British family.