Man who raped and drowned mum of three could be released from prison on ‘compassionate… [Video]

12 April 2024, 16:50

The children of a woman who was raped and drowned by her former partner have slammed the possibility of his release from prison on “compassionate grounds” following a diagnosis of terminal cancer.

Victor Farrant – who could have months to live – was jailed for life in 1998 for the murder of his former girlfriend Glenda Hoskins, 44, and the attempted murder of Ann Fidler, 45.

The daughter of Mrs Hoskins is now campaigning to stop his release, as the family have described him as an “incredibly dangerous man with a hatred of women”.

Katie Hoskins told LBC she was scared for “wider society” should he be released and that it isn’t worth the risk.

Speaking to LBC, Ms Hoskins’ daughter said upon learning he could be released early: “It’s been incredibly hard, the email …