The Parole Board has shocked the nation by deciding to release Glyn Razzell, a murderer who still refuses to reveal the whereabouts of his wife’s body.
Man Jailed for Murder, Body Still Missing
Razzell was locked up for life in November 2003 after murdering his estranged wife, Linda, who vanished on her way home from work in 2002. Despite intense police efforts, Linda’s body has never been found.
Family Furious Over Parole Decision
Linda’s family blasted the ruling, calling it a slap in the face. They say it flagrantly breaches Helen’s Law, which forces the Parole Board to factor in victims’ families’ suffering when killers withhold the location of bodies.
“This is just going to be another level of stress to the family and myself.” – Greg Worrall, Linda’s fiancé at the time
Parole Board Defends Move
The board stuck to their guns, saying their focus is solely on whether the prisoner poses a public risk and if it can be managed safely in the community. They acknowledged family concerns and Helen’s Law but added bluntly: “Denial cannot be a bar to release.”
Ministry of Justice Eyes Challenge
The Ministry of Justice confirmed it is exploring ways to contest the decision to free Razzell.
Crime Details
- Linda and Razzell were in the middle of a bitter divorce.
- One week before she disappeared, Linda had a court order to freeze his bank accounts.
- Though her body remains lost, forensic evidence, including her blood in the boot of Razzell’s car, sealed his fate.
- He received a life sentence with a 16-year minimum term.
