Justice Ministry Demands Review of Colin Pitchfork’s Release
The Ministry of Justice has stepped in, asking the Parole Board to rethink its decision to free Colin Pitchfork, the infamous double child killer.
Pitchfork’s Dark Past: Double Murderer of Teens
Pitchfork was jailed for life after he raped and murdered two 15-year-old girls, Lynda Mann in 1983 and Dawn Ashworth in 1986, both in Leicestershire. His minimum sentence was initially set at 30 years in 1988, later cut to 28 for good behaviour. He was finally released in September 2021.
Quick Return Behind Bars After Public Scare
Just two months after his release, Pitchfork was snapped up and sent back to prison after he was spotted approaching young women on the street, sparking fears that he could pose a new threat.
Officials and Families Demand Tough Justice
Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary Alex Chalk KC revealed he’s deeply worried for the families of Lynda Mann and Dawn Ashworth.
“Public protection is my top priority. After a full review, I have urged the Parole Board to reconsider Pitchfork’s release and take every lawful step to keep dangerous offenders behind bars.”
His call follows demands from Conservative MP Alberto Costa and a scathing critique from Dawn Ashworth’s mother, Barbara Ashworth, who called the Parole Board’s decision “diabolical.”
“We don’t know what his true intentions are. Pitchfork should never be allowed back on our streets—he can still bring harm and chaos.”
First Killer Caught by DNA Evidence
Pitchfork’s crimes sent shockwaves through history as he was the first convict ever caught thanks to DNA evidence. At the time of his killings, he was a 22-year-old married father of two. Now in his 60s, the deadly offender’s future freedom hangs in the balance after the Lord Chancellor raised serious doubts about the Parole Board’s original call.
