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Parole Board Recommends Open Prison for Controversial Musician

1/6/2026

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The Parole Board recommended that Jake Fahri be transferred to an open prison.
The Parole Board recalled Fahri in January 2025 after he produced drill music referencing the crime.
The Parole Board cited public safety concerns after Fahri was dishonest about his music and breached the licence.
Some witnesses supported release, and Justice Secretary David Lammy will decide the transfer.

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The Parole Board recommended that Jake Fahri be transferred to an open prison.
The Parole Board recalled Fahri in January 2025 after he produced drill music referencing the crime.
The Parole Board cited public safety concerns after Fahri was dishonest about his music and breached the licence.
Some witnesses supported release, and Justice Secretary David Lammy will decide the transfer.