Ian Huntley, the convicted murderer of two schoolgirls in Soham, remains in a serious condition in hospital after a brutal attack in prison. The incident occurred at HMP Frankland in County Durham, where Huntley was found severely injured in his cell on Thursday morning.
Police Provide Update on Huntley's Condition
A spokesperson for Durham Constabulary confirmed on Friday that there has been no change in the 52-year-old man's condition overnight. He continues to receive medical treatment in a hospital, with reports indicating he was airlifted there after the assault.
Details of the Prison Attack
Sources claim that Huntley was attacked with a metal bar, resulting in severe head injuries. Medical professionals have reportedly given him only a 5% chance of survival following the violent encounter.
Suspect Identified as Anthony Russell
The suspect in the attack has been named as Anthony Russell, a triple murderer serving a whole-life order. Russell was convicted in 2022 for the murders of Julie Williams, her son David Williams, and the rape and murder of pregnant Nicole McGregor near Leamington Spa in 2020.
Background on Ian Huntley's Crimes
Ian Huntley is serving a life sentence with a whole-life tariff for the murders of 10-year-old schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in August 2002. The girls vanished from Soham in Cambridgeshire, leading to a nationwide police search that captivated the public.
Their bodies were discovered two weeks later, and the investigation revealed that Huntley, a former school caretaker, had lured the children to his home before killing them. The case remains one of the most shocking crimes in recent British history.
The attack on Huntley has drawn significant attention due to his notoriety and the severity of his injuries. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault at HMP Frankland.
