Convicted Paedophile Fired from Southern Co-op in Portsmouth

Following our shocking expose, it has been confirmed that Francis ‘Frankie’ Knight, a convicted paedophile, is no longer employed at the Southern Co-operative’s Portsmouth branches.

Southern Co-op Fires Frankie Knight

The Co-op released a brief statement confirming the dismissal. “Further to our earlier statement, the employee in question at our Northern Parade store is no longer working for our business,” they said.

Employer Claims Full Legal Compliance

Southern Co-op said their internal probe showed they met all legal responsibilities as an employer. But the big question remains—how did Knight slip through their hiring process?

Police Take Over Investigation

“This is now a matter for the Police Offenders Management team,” the Co-op added, as authorities step in to handle the fallout.

It seems someone wasn’t exactly honest on their job application. The story is far from over.

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

Topics :CrimePolice

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE