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Killer on the run from open prison
A life sentence murder convict failed to return to HMP Sudbury after temporary release, police appeal for information in Derbyshire.
Derbyshire police appeal for information after a life sentence murder convict failed to return to custody on temporary release.
Killer on the run after failing to return to open prison
Derbyshire Police are appealing for information after Vincent Raymond Lee failed to return to HMP Sudbury on August 7 following a period of temporary release. The 63-year-old was serving a life sentence for the 1986 murder of Ann Worrell in Merthyr Tydfil. Prosecutors described the death as horrific after Lee dragged the victim to her bed and set the house on fire. At the Swansea Crown Court trial in 1987, the judge stressed the crime’s cruel nature and warned Lee he would face a heavy sentence. Lee was released on licence in 2018 from HMP Cardiff but breached the conditions and was recalled to prison.
Ann Worrell’s family say they are terrified by the escape. Mandy, the victim’s daughter, told WalesOnline that the family is torn apart again by Lee’s absconding and that she would not want another family to suffer as they have. Police describe Lee as white, 5ft 5in, with grey hair at the sides and currently wearing a blue t-shirt, grey tracksuit bottoms, black boots and blue and black glasses as last seen. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them and remind the public that Lee is still serving a life sentence for murder.
Key Takeaways
"The family are torn apart by this news again as he absconded seven years ago."
Mandy, Ann Worrell’s daughter, speaking about the impact on the family.
"Its terrifying for us knowing that he is still on the run somewhere."
Mandy describing fear after the escape.
"This was in itself an horrific crime, and it was the result of an evil act on your part."
Judge Anthony Evans on the severity of the crime during sentencing.
"I wouldnt want another family to go through what me and my family has been through over the years."
Mandy expressing concern for other families.
This incident highlights the ongoing tension between rehabilitation schemes and public safety. Open prisons and temporary release are designed to aid reintegration, yet they carry inherent risks when monitoring lapses occur. The case underscores how a single breach can revive fear among communities and reopen questions about licensing safeguards, risk assessment, and recall procedures. It also raises human stakes, as families bear renewed trauma when a convict disappears after a release. Policy makers may need to reassess how licenses are granted and how promptly authorities can locate absconded prisoners.
Highlights
- The family is torn apart by this news again
- Terrifying for us knowing that he is still on the run somewhere
- This was an horrific crime and the act was evil
- I wouldnt want another family to go through what we have suffered
Parole release raises public safety concerns
The escape of a life sentence offender on temporary release exposes gaps in monitoring and risk assessment. It prompts scrutiny of open prison licensing and recall procedures, with potential political and social backlash if systems are seen as lax.
The outcome will test the balance between mercy and safety in a system designed to rehabilitate, not endanger.
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