A staggering £1 million reward has been issued in a desperate bid to capture one of Britain's most wanted fugitives, Dezi Freeman, following a brutal hammer attack on an elderly couple.
The 34-year-old is the subject of a nationwide manhunt after allegedly subjecting a man and woman in their 70s to a horrific ordeal in their own home in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The victims were reportedly threatened, tied up, and viciously beaten.
A Nationwide Hunt for a Dangerous Fugitive
Authorities have described Freeman as "dangerous" and are urging the public not to approach him under any circumstances. The unprecedented seven-figure bounty, one of the largest ever offered in the UK, underscores the seriousness of the manhunt and the urgency with which police are working to apprehend him.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the local community and beyond. Detective Superintendent Eleanor Welsh, leading the investigation, stated: "This was a horrific and calculated attack on two vulnerable, elderly people in their own home, the place where they should feel safest."
Appeal for Public Assistance
Police are appealing for any information regarding Freeman's whereabouts. He has known links to various areas across the UK, including South Yorkshire, Derbyshire, London, and Scotland. It is believed he could be using a false identity or may be being sheltered by associates.
"We need the public's help to find him," Det Supt Welsh added. "This substantial reward reflects our determination to find the person responsible for this awful crime and bring him to justice. If you see him, or know where he is, do not approach him but call 999 immediately."
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities follow up on all leads in this high-profile case.
