Tracey Connelly, the mother of Baby Peter whose horrific death shocked the nation, has been forced to reveal previously undisclosed details about her son's torture and brutal final moments as she launches another bid for freedom.
The 42-year-old, who was sentenced for allowing the death of her 17-month-old son Peter Connelly in 2007, must provide a detailed account of the abuse that led to the toddler's suffering before her parole hearing can proceed.
The Horrific Case That Shook Britain
Baby Peter sustained over 50 injuries during his short life despite being visited by authorities 60 times. The toddler was found dead in his blood-spattered cot in Haringey, north London, in August 2007, having suffered a broken back and multiple fractures.
Connelly had previously been released in 2013 but was recalled to prison in 2015 after breaching her parole conditions. This marks her latest attempt to secure freedom from her indefinite sentence.
New Revelations Forced by Parole Board
According to parole documents, Connelly must now provide "information and detail of the circumstances which led to Peter's death" and demonstrate "full and open disclosure" about her knowledge of the abuse inflicted by her partner Steven Barker and his brother Jason Owen.
The Parole Board has emphasised that Connelly cannot progress with her freedom bid until she fully cooperates with this requirement, indicating she has previously been reluctant to discuss specific details of her son's suffering.
Ongoing Public Outrage
The case continues to provoke strong public reaction, with child protection advocates expressing concern about Connelly's repeated attempts to secure release. The original trial heard how Peter was used as a "punchbag" and suffered unimaginable cruelty in his final months.
As the parole process continues, authorities remain under scrutiny to ensure proper safeguards are in place should Connelly eventually be released back into the community.
