Fugitive child rapist could get early release despite not serving a day in jail
A convicted child rapist who has been a fugitive since 2024 may be eligible for early release under a government prison scheme. The victim has expressed outrage, questioning the justice system's handling of the case.
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Brian Green was meant to serve 22 years in jail (Picture: West Yorkshire Police)
A child rapist who has been on the run for years is reportedly in line for early release under the government’s prison scheme.
Brian Green, 76, has not spent a single day behind bars since he was sentenced in his absence to 22 years in 2024 for five counts of rape.
Green, of Huddersfield, is believed to be hiding in Thailand as he has family ties.
His victim, who he attacked from the age of nine to 13, told The Sun that officers have informed her Green is eligible for early release.
She said: ‘I got an email with the subject “Developments” and thought, “they’ve got him”.
‘But it read, “I have to tell you once he’s apprehended, he will be let out early”. This is not justice. How can this be right?’
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