Soham Murderer Ian Huntley Declared Blind Following Brutal Prison Assault
Soham murderer Ian Huntley has reportedly been declared blind after a vicious attack in prison left him with catastrophic injuries. The 52-year-old child killer was rushed to hospital last Thursday following the assault at HMP Frankland in County Durham.
Critical Condition and Medical Response
Insiders revealed that medical staff "worked miracles" to save Huntley's life after prison personnel initially believed he was dead when they discovered him lying in a pool of blood. Reports indicate Huntley was given just a 5% chance of survival after being hit multiple times and sustaining serious head injuries.
Emergency services were called to the Category A prison around 9am on February 26. According to sources, Huntley has been declared blind after being struck in the eyes during the attack and is not expected to regain consciousness.
High-Security Hospital Transfer
The Mirror disclosed earlier this week that Huntley will not be returned to HMP Frankland—known as Monster Mansion—if he recovers. Due to the severity of his injuries, he will instead be transferred to Ashworth Hospital on Merseyside for specialized care.
A source informed media outlets: "It is now looking like he will not pull through, barring a miracle. Huntley never recovered from the battering and never stood much of a chance of doing so."
Ongoing Medical Situation
In a statement regarding Huntley's condition, a representative for Durham Constabulary confirmed: "There has been no change in the 52-year-old man's condition overnight – he remains in hospital in a serious condition."
Following the brutal attack, the double murderer was transported to hospital in a high-security operation involving an ambulance with armed police forming a convoy both in front and behind the vehicle. Two prison guards and an armed officer were present inside the ambulance during the transfer.
Induced Coma and Security Measures
An insider revealed additional details about Huntley's medical treatment: "He was placed in an induced coma because he was so close to death. The team from the helicopter travelled with him but he could not be evacuated by air in case of any complications. He was transported by road because he was in a coma; this helps to keep him stable."
The source added: "The helicopter then travels to the hospital to collect the medics. Two armed officers are guarding Huntley around the clock at the hospital."
Criminal Background and Sentence
Ian Huntley is serving a life sentence after being found guilty of murdering schoolgirls Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman in August 2002. The Soham murders shocked the nation and led to significant changes in child protection procedures. Huntley will not be eligible for parole until at least 2042.
Regarding Huntley's prognosis, the source concluded: "His condition has not really improved since day one despite the best efforts of doctors. It looks like it's only a matter of time. It could be days, it could be weeks. It is probably for the best. Few people will shed a tear."
