The convicted paedophile and murderer of eight-year-old Sarah Payne, Roy Whiting, is reportedly considering pursuing...

Published: 3:11 pm February 15, 2024
Updated: 11:42 am October 8, 2025
Convicted Child Killer Roy Whiting Stabbed in Prison Attack

The convicted paedophile and murderer of eight-year-old Sarah Payne, Roy Whiting, is reportedly considering pursuing compensation after he was assaulted by a fellow inmate at HMP Wakefield.

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Whiting, 65, who is serving a life sentence for the abduction and murder of Sarah Payne in 2002, was recently attacked by a cellmate at the maximum-security prison. The assault left him covered in blood, prompting speculation that he may seek financial compensation for the incident.

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