A judge had sentenced 'King Tut' to 5 life terms, but changed his mind and freed him after 27 years in prisonWalter Johnson, who served 27 years for robbery and drug charges, was granted early release by the judge who initially sentenced him, citing excessive punishment.
Inevitable some will get recalled': concern as 1,700 prisoners released earlyThe early release of 1,700 inmates highlights the urgent need for prison and probation reform to support rehabilitation instead of punishment.
A judge had sentenced 'King Tut' to 5 life terms, but changed his mind and freed him after 27 years in prisonWalter Johnson, who served 27 years for robbery and drug charges, was granted early release by the judge who initially sentenced him, citing excessive punishment.
Inevitable some will get recalled': concern as 1,700 prisoners released earlyThe early release of 1,700 inmates highlights the urgent need for prison and probation reform to support rehabilitation instead of punishment.
Prison population reaches record high in England and WalesPrison population in England and Wales hits record high just before the temporary early release scheme begins.
Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and WalesVictims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.
Prison population reaches record high in England and WalesPrison population in England and Wales hits record high just before the temporary early release scheme begins.
Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and WalesVictims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.
Labour aims to step up migrant removals to 2018 levels UK politics liveThe early release of thousands of prisoners raises concerns about the capacity of probation services to manage them effectively.