Ian Huntley's Mother Breaks Silence After Son's Brutal Prison Attack
Lynda Richards, the 71-year-old mother of convicted child killer Ian Huntley, has broken her silence following a vicious prison assault that left her son fighting for his life. Richards reportedly made a secret 175-mile journey from her home in Lincolnshire to visit Huntley in hospital after he was brutally attacked with a metal bar by a fellow inmate at HMP Frankland.
Severe Injuries and Grim Prognosis
Ian Huntley, now 52 years old, remains in a serious condition with severe brain injuries after being battered around the head during a workshop at the maximum-security prison. Medical professionals have reportedly given him just a 5 per cent chance of surviving the Thursday morning attack. The Soham murderer was rushed to hospital where he remains under armed police guard, with his mother escorted to the hospital wing by prison staff.
Sources close to the family reveal that Richards was so shocked by her son's condition that she "couldn't recognise her own son" after viewing his injuries from the brutal assault. The emotional toll has been devastating for the elderly mother, who has allegedly told friends that "part of me hopes he passes away" after witnessing his critical state.
A Mother's Tragic Dilemma
According to insider accounts, Richards now believes it might be better if her son doesn't recover from his injuries. "He's been attacked on so many occasions and she now thinks it might be better if he didn't pull through," revealed one source familiar with the situation. They added that Richards "can't be at peace until it's all over - and it won't be over until he's gone," highlighting the profound psychological burden she carries.
This tragic perspective emerges from years of Huntley being targeted within the prison system. The convicted murderer of 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in 2002 had reportedly grown increasingly paranoid about being attacked and even feared being poisoned by fellow inmates prior to this incident.
Prime Suspect Named in Attack
Triple killer Anthony Russell has been identified as the prime suspect in the violent assault on Huntley, though prison authorities have not officially confirmed his involvement. Witnesses report that the alleged attacker yelled "I've killed him" as prison staff led him away from the scene following the brutal metal bar assault.
The attack occurred during a workshop session at HMP Frankland, a Category A prison that houses some of Britain's most dangerous criminals. Security protocols and inmate supervision procedures are now under scrutiny as investigators piece together exactly how such a severe attack could occur within the prison's supposedly secure environment.
This latest violent incident adds to Huntley's troubled prison history, which has included multiple previous attacks and constant security concerns since his conviction over two decades ago. The case continues to raise questions about prisoner safety and the challenges of managing high-profile inmates within the British penal system.
