Couple Convicted of Baby Preston's Murder After Adoption Abuse
Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley adopted baby Preston, then subjected him to horrific abuse leading to his death at 13 months. Both convicted after trial.
Category : Prisons
Ian Huntley's Weight Gain Led to Near-Fatal Prison Attack
Ian Huntley's weight gain led to more movement around prison, increasing his risk of attack, which resulted in a near-fatal assault.
Soham Murderer Ian Huntley Dies After Prison Attack
Soham murderer Ian Huntley dies in hospital after being attacked with a metal bar at HMP Frankland.
Glasgow Teacher Struck Off for Having Former Pupil's Baby
A Glasgow drama teacher has been banned from teaching after admitting a sexual relationship with a former pupil and giving birth to his child. The GTCS panel found her unfit to teach.
Sunak Warned of Prison System Collapse Before Election, Leaked Letter Reveals
Leaked Cabinet Office memo reveals Rishi Sunak was warned of prison system collapse before election, risking legal breach.
Soham murderer Ian Huntley seriously injured in prison attack
Soham murderer Ian Huntley seriously injured in attack at HMP Frankland, taken to hospital after being assaulted with a metal pole.
Inmate Strangled Self as Staff Watched TV
Georgie Smith, 18, died after prison staff failed to answer his cell bell while watching TV. A jury found neglect contributed to his death at HMP Bristol.
Whitley Bay Man Wanted for Recall to Prison: Police Warn Public
Northumbria Police are searching for Lewis Nicholson, 27, of Whitley Bay, who is wanted for recall to prison. He has links to Newcastle and Blyth. Public urged to report sightings.
Inmate Who Slashed Prison Officer's Throat Jailed for 11 Years
Inmate Michael McKenna jailed for 11 years for slashing prison officer's throat with razor blades at HMP Nottingham.
Prisoners to Earn Freedom After Serving Third of Sentence Under New Plans
UK plans to release prisoners after serving third of sentence, with good behaviour and work requirements, to ease overcrowding.
Preston Davey Adoptive Dads Turned on Each Other
Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley were convicted of murder and sexual abuse of 13-month-old Preston Davey. The couple's relationship unraveled during the trial.
UK Prison System on Brink of Collapse, Independent Review Warns
Independent review finds UK prisons near collapse due to sentencing policies prioritising punishment over rehabilitation.
Charles Bronson: Parole Denied for UK's Longest-Serving Prisoner
Charles Bronson, 70, loses parole bid after public hearing; remains in prison for violent history and hostage incidents.
Prison Tutor Admits Inappropriate Relationship With Inmate
Prison tutor Melissa Murphy admitted misconduct after an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Chelmsford was discovered.
Prisons Watchdog: Isolate Drug Dealers Like Extremists
Prisons watchdog says drug dealers should be isolated like extremists after finding little progress in stopping drone-delivered drugs at HMP Manchester.
Prison Crisis: MPs Warn of System Collapse
MPs warn the prison system in England and Wales faces a safety crisis with no clear plan for reform, condemning 'policy by press notice'.
Killers Lucy Letby and Constance Marten's Christmas treats behind bars
Lucy Letby and Constance Marten receive festive treats at HMP Bronzefield, including presents and activities this Christmas.
Two Arrested After Paedophile Ian Watkins Dies in Prison Attack
Two men arrested on suspicion of murder after convicted paedophile and former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins dies in HMP Wakefield attack.
Anderson Leaves Manchester United for Internacional on Free Transfer
Anderson leaves Manchester United for Internacional on a free transfer after eight seasons, signing a four-year contract.
Unlocked: A Jail Experiment Season 2 Cast Revealed
Netflix's Unlocked: A Jail Experiment season 2 cast includes Sheriff Ross Teeple and inmates like Ronald Dunmire, Woody, and Shane Tipton, sharing their stories of hope and change.
Charles Bronson: Britain's Most Violent Prisoner Denied Parole Again
Charles Bronson, one of the UK's longest-serving prisoners, has been denied parole again. The 70-year-old has spent most of his life in prison for violent crimes.
Paedophile Dies of Cancer Three Years Into Sentence
Arthur Hodgson, a 'dangerous' paedophile who raped two children, died of metastatic oesophageal carcinoma in 2025, three years into his 18-year sentence.
Two Charged With Murder of Lostprophets Singer Ian Watkins in Prison
Two men charged with murder of Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins in prison knife attack at HMP Wakefield.
‘A death sentence’: young mother dies of overdose at troubled New Mexico prison
Jasmine Williams died of an overdose two days after entering Cibola prison, one of at least 15 deaths since 2018 at the troubled facility.
Prison Chiefs in Emergency Talks Over Wrongful Releases
Prison chiefs in England face emergency talks after two more wrongful releases, including a sex offender, as justice minister blames archaic paper system.
Wayne Couzens and 'Morgue Monster' David Fuller Become Friends in Prison
Wayne Couzens and David Fuller, both serving life for murder, have become friends at HMP Frankland, bonding over shared Kent connections.
Prison Guards Helped Sex Offender Escape With Directions
Watchdog warned ministers about chaotic release procedures at HMP Chelmsford before sex offender was mistakenly freed.
Nottingham Prison Officer Loses Part of Ear in Bite Attack
Prison officer at HMP Nottingham loses part of ear in bite attack; Ministry of Justice confirms referral to police.
Teacher Guilty of Murdering Adopted Baby Son Treated as Plaything
A teacher who treated his adopted baby son as a 'plaything' has been found guilty of murdering him amid a campaign of sexual, physical and emotional abuse in Blackpool.
Colette Aram Murderer Paul Hutchinson Died from Overdose, Inquest Rules
Paul Hutchinson, who murdered Colette Aram in 1983, died from a drug overdose in prison, an inquest has ruled.
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