Summary
Kerri Pegg, once viewed as a promising prison service employee, has been sentenced to nine years in prison for misconduct and possessing criminal property. Her relationship with drug dealer Anthony Saunderson, and accepting a luxury car as a gift, led to her downfall. The investigation into Saunderson's criminal activities via the EncroChat phone network exposed the connection between Pegg and Saunderson.
Key Facts
- Kerri Pegg was a high-ranking prison service employee.
- She was convicted of misconduct in public office and possessing criminal property.
- Pegg was involved with Anthony Saunderson, a convicted drug dealer.
- She approved Saunderson’s early release without having the authority.
- Saunderson gave Pegg a Mercedes car, paid for with drug money.
- Saunderson was sentenced to 31 years for drug and firearms charges.
- The EncroChat phone network hack helped reveal their illicit relationship.
