Ian Huntley Seriously Injured in Brutal Prison Assault
Notorious child murderer Ian Huntley was violently attacked in prison this morning, leaving him fighting for his life after being bludgeoned with a metal pole fitted with a spike. The assault occurred at HMP Frankland in County Durham, a high-security facility known for housing some of Britain's most infamous criminals.
Chaotic Scene in Prison Workshop
According to prison insiders, the attack took place in a workshop before 9:30am, creating what witnesses described as "absolute chaos" within the institution. Huntley, 52, was reportedly battered in the head with the makeshift weapon and left lying in a pool of his own blood before emergency services arrived.
"It was absolute chaos and Huntley was in a terrible state," revealed a source familiar with the incident. "I'm amazed someone was able to get anywhere near him because he is usually really closely protected."
The child killer's condition was described as "touch and go" following the assault, with medical personnel working urgently to stabilize him. An air ambulance was initially dispatched to the prison, though the North East Ambulance Service confirmed the injured prisoner was ultimately transported to hospital by road.
Police Investigation Underway
Durham Constabulary has launched a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the violent incident. A police spokesperson stated: "Police were alerted to an assault which had taken place within HMP Frankland in County Durham this morning. A male prisoner suffered serious injuries during the incident and was transported to hospital."
The Prison Service confirmed that an inmate had been taken to hospital but declined to identify the individual involved. "It would be inappropriate to comment further while police investigate," a spokesperson explained, maintaining protocol during the ongoing inquiry.
Huntley's Notorious Crimes and Prison History
Ian Huntley is serving two life sentences for the horrific murders of 10-year-old schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in August 2002. The former school caretaker from Soham, Cambridgeshire, lured the girls into his home before killing them, with their bodies discovered two weeks later near RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk.
In December 2003, Huntley was convicted of both murders and sentenced to life imprisonment. A High Court judge ruled in 2005 that he must serve a minimum of 40 years before being considered for parole, meaning he would not be eligible for release until 2042 at the earliest.
HMP Frankland, often referred to as "Monster Mansion" due to its high-profile inmate population, has housed numerous notorious criminals including serial killer Levi Bellfield, police officer turned rapist and murderer Wayne Couzens, nail bomber David Copeland, and Lee Rigby's killer Michael Adebolajo.
Recent Prison Privileges Revoked
Prison insiders revealed that Huntley had recently lost certain privileges following disciplinary issues. His Xbox gaming console was confiscated after authorities discovered unauthorized items in his cell, including DVDs, USB sticks, and magazines that violated prison regulations.
Despite the high-security environment and Huntley's supposed close protection, the assailant managed to carry out the brutal attack, raising questions about safety protocols within the Category A prison facility. The incident marks another violent episode at an institution already known for housing dangerous offenders.
As police continue their investigation into the assault, prison authorities face scrutiny over how such a violent incident could occur within their supposedly secure environment. The attack on one of Britain's most reviled criminals has reignited debates about prison safety, inmate protection, and the challenges of managing high-profile prisoners within the penal system.
