Summary
Justice Secretary David Lammy stopped Jake Fahri, the person convicted of killing Jimmy Mizen, from moving to an open prison. Fahri made music under a pseudonym, referencing the murder, which led to concerns about public safety. Lammy's decision was about ensuring protection for the public.
Key Facts
- Jake Fahri was sentenced to life in prison in 2009 for killing Jimmy Mizen.
- Fahri was released on licence in 2023 but was recalled to prison after making music that referenced the murder.
- Justice Secretary David Lammy blocked Fahri's transfer to an open prison for public safety reasons.
- Fahri admitted to being the artist known as TEN, who released the music.
- The Parole Board had recommended this transfer, saying he could reflect on his actions in an open prison.
- Mizen's mother welcomed Lammy's decision, expressing concern about Fahri's unchanged behavior.
- Fahri's music was featured on BBC 1Xtra, without knowledge of his true identity.
