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Controversial Move: 'Devil's Daughter' Recommended for Open Prison

1/2/2026

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Sharon Carr, known as the 'Devil's Daughter,' murdered Katie Rackliff in 1992 at age 12.
She is now 45 and has been recommended for a move to an open prison, a case raising public concern.
Carr admitted the murder and completed programs to understand her behavior.
A prison psychologist opposed her transfer, citing risk factors including violent fantasies and unstable relationships.
Final decision rests with Justice Secretary David Lammy.

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Story summary

Sharon Carr, known as the 'Devil's Daughter,' murdered Katie Rackliff in 1992 at age 12.
She is now 45 and has been recommended for a move to an open prison, a case raising public concern.
Carr admitted the murder and completed programs to understand her behavior.
A prison psychologist opposed her transfer, citing risk factors including violent fantasies and unstable relationships.
Final decision rests with Justice Secretary David Lammy.