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Killer on the run after Welsh murder
Police appeal for information after Vincent Lee failed to return to prison following temporary release

A convicted killer who breached his licence has vanished from open prison, prompting a police appeal and fear among relatives.
Killer on the run after deadly Welsh murder
Derbyshire Police are appealing for information after Vincent Raymond Lee did not return to HMP Sudbury on August 7 following a period of temporary release. Lee, 63, is serving a life sentence for the 1986 murder of Ann Worrell in Merthyr Tydfil. He was granted licence to leave the open prison but failed to come back, triggering a search by officers.
Key Takeaways
"Terrified knowing he is still on the run"
Mandy, daughter of the victim
"The family are torn apart by this news again"
Mandy, victim’s daughter
"We are appealing for information"
Derbyshire Police statement
"This was in itself an horrific crime"
Judge Anthony Evans at the 1987 trial
The case spotlights the debate over how far licence and open custody can safely go in balancing rehabilitation with public protection. It also tests how well monitoring systems work when a prisoner is allowed temporary release. Public trust hinges on clear safeguards and visible outcomes when rules are breached. Victims’ families carry the emotional weight of such absences and deserve transparent updates about what is being done to locate the individual.
Highlights
- Terrified knowing he is still on the run
- The family are torn apart by this news again
- We are appealing for information
- This was in itself an horrific crime
Public safety risk from licence breach
The absconding of a convicted murderer raises concerns about the effectiveness of release on licence and monitoring in open prisons. The incident heightens public fear and tests trust in the justice system, especially given a prior breach.
The search for Vincent Lee continues as communities seek reassurance and accountability.
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