The mother of Baby P, whose tragic death shocked the nation, has continued to lead a life of crime and depravity since her release from prison, according to recent court revelations.
Tracey Connelly, now 42, was supposed to have been rehabilitated after serving time for her role in the death of her 17-month-old son Peter in 2007. However, fresh offences have exposed her ongoing criminal behaviour and manipulation of vulnerable individuals.
A Pattern of Exploitation
Court documents reveal Connelly has been exploiting men she met through dating apps, convincing them to commit crimes on her behalf. In one disturbing incident, she persuaded a man she'd known for just three weeks to threaten another individual.
This isn't Connelly's first return to criminal activity since being released. She was previously recalled to prison in 2015 and again in 2023 for violating her parole conditions, demonstrating a persistent refusal to reform.
The Original Tragedy
Baby Peter Connell died in August 2007 in Haringey, north London, after suffering months of horrific abuse. Despite 60 visits from social workers, doctors and police officers, the systematic torture continued until his tragic death.
Connelly was sentenced to a minimum of five years in 2009 for causing or allowing her son's death. Her boyfriend Steven Barker and his brother Jason Owen were also convicted for their roles in the abuse.
Failed Rehabilitation
Despite numerous opportunities to change, Connelly has repeatedly returned to criminal behaviour. Her latest offences include:
- Controlling and coercive behaviour
- Exploiting vulnerable men
- Violating parole conditions multiple times
- Continuing to engage in criminal activity
The Parole Board has consistently found that she continues to pose a risk to the public, particularly to vulnerable adults who might come under her influence.
Ongoing Risk to Society
Authorities have expressed concern about Connelly's ability to manipulate others into criminal behaviour. Her pattern of seeking out vulnerable individuals and exploiting them for criminal purposes suggests she remains a significant risk to society.
As one parole assessment noted: "There is still a lot of work that needs to be done to address your outstanding risk factors." This assessment has proven accurate given her repeated returns to criminal behaviour.
