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Early Release for PC Harper's Killers | UK News
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A grieving mother of a police officer killed in the line of duty is sounding the alarm as a new law threatens to release two of his killers after just six years — despite being convicted of manslaughter at age 17. PC Andrew Harper’s death in 2019 was brutal, and his family says this potential early release feels like another injustice. The Sentencing Act, aimed at easing prison overcrowding, removes exemptions for serious crimes — including domestic abuse and terrorism — sparking outrage and calls for accountability. Prime Minister Andy Burnham says he’ll review the plan, but victims’ advocates warn that without proper support systems — like a promised helpline — released offenders may pose ongoing risks, leaving families and communities vulnerable.
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