Jamie Varley, the 37-year-old convicted murderer of 13-month-old Preston Davey, spent his first night at HMP Wakefield—infamously known as 'Monster Mansion'—sobbing and quaking in his cell as furious inmates screamed threats of retribution, according to prison insiders.
Enraged prisoners gave Varley a 'traditional prisoners welcome' by rattling bars and hollering warnings that his days are numbered for the appalling abuse he inflicted on little Preston. The chilling threats greeted him upon arrival at the Category A facility in West Yorkshire, where he was transferred directly after sentencing at Preston Crown Court last week.
Whole Life Order for Heinous Crimes
Varley received a whole life order for the grotesque abuse of his adopted son. Following an eight-week trial, he was convicted of murder, sexual assault, and a catalogue of other heinous child sex offences. The stark reality of his fate appeared to hit home as he spent his first night weeping in his cell, sources claim.
'It was quite the hit home for how the rest of his life will be,' a source revealed exclusively to the Daily Star. 'Varley was in for a rude awakening if he thought he would be getting an easy ride. He is arguably one of Britain's most hated men right now, and that stands in the prison too.'
Bounty on His Head
Insiders report that there is a bounty on Varley's head, with many prisoners wanting to be the first to harm him. 'The other prisoners knew he was coming and they waited for him. They want him scared and they want to make his time inside as awful as they can—and now he knows he has a lot of time inside to serve. He is never getting out, there is no way out of this hell for him,' the source added.
Varley is currently held in segregation, spending most of his time confined to his cell in solitude under constant supervision from guards tasked with ensuring his safety. 'In time he will be allowed to move about a bit more, but any time he does leave his cell it is likely he will be flanked by guards, they have a duty of care to him,' the insider explained.
Suicide Watch and Mental Health Evaluation
Mental health specialists are anticipated to attend the facility to evaluate Varley's psychological condition, as he remains under round-the-clock suicide watch. 'High profile prisoners are often placed on this as a matter of protocol. But in this case it is probably called for and a real possibility. What has he got to live for?' the source said.
Wakefield ranks among Britain's most infamous prisons, housing between 630 and 750 high-risk prisoners, the majority serving lengthy or indefinite life terms. Notorious residents have included Harold Shipman, Levi Bellfield, Ian Huntley, and Charles Bronson.
No End in Sight
'Things will not be getting any better for him any time soon. In fact every day he survives, the bounty will increase for taking him out. Guards certainly have a job on their hands keeping him safe,' the insider continued. Varley's partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, who was also involved in the case, remains unaccounted for, though sources suggest he is likely held at either HMP Manchester (Strangeways) or HMP Full Sutton.
