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Jessica Chapman

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Jessica Chapman was a 10-year-old girl murdered by Ian Huntley in Soham, UK, in 2002.

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Jessica Chapman was one of two 10-year-old girls, along with Holly Wells, murdered by Ian Huntley in Soham, Cambridgeshire, in August 2002. The case garnered significant national attention and public outrage. Jessica Chapman is newsworthy again due to recent news reports concerning the death of her murderer, Ian Huntley, who was serving a life sentence in HMP Frankland. Huntley was attacked by a fellow inmate, Anthony Russell, and subsequently died in hospital from his injuries. Russell has been charged with Huntley's murder. The news highlights the ongoing violence within high-security prisons and the vulnerability of notorious prisoners. The case serves as a reminder of the tragic events of 2002 and the lasting impact on the victims' families and the community.
Last updated: May 2, 2026