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September 08, 2025
My Julie’s killer is fighting to escape Monster Mansion jail... only way he should leave is when he’s dead, says Ann Ming
SHERIDAN SMITH has won rave reviews for her role playing a real-life mother who overturned an 800- year-old law to finally bring her daughter’s ki
**Ann Ming Voices Outrage as Daughter's Killer Seeks Jail Transfer**
Ann Ming, the courageous mother whose tireless efforts led to the conviction of her daughter Julie Hogg’s killer, is speaking out against his attempts to be transferred from a high-security prison. Billy Dunlop, who murdered Julie in 1989, is reportedly seeking a move from what has been dubbed "Monster Mansion" to a less secure facility, a proposition that has ignited fury and anguish in Ming.
Dunlop was initially acquitted for lack of evidence, but he confessed to the crime in 1991 while protected by double jeopardy laws. Ann Ming spent years campaigning to change this legal loophole, a struggle brought vividly to life by Sheridan Smith's acclaimed portrayal of her in a recent television drama. Her relentless dedication ultimately led to the abolition of the 800-year-old double jeopardy law, allowing Dunlop to be retried and finally convicted in 2006.
Now, the possibility of Dunlop’s relocation has reopened old wounds. Ann Ming has stated vehemently that the only way Dunlop should leave his current prison is "when he’s dead." Her powerful words reflect the enduring pain and sense of injustice she feels, even after securing a conviction. The thought of Dunlop potentially enjoying a more comfortable prison environment is deeply distressing for her and serves as a painful reminder of the suffering he inflicted on Julie and their family.
The details of Dunlop's request for a transfer remain unclear, but it is understood that such applications are routinely assessed based on factors such as behavior and perceived risk. However, for Ann Ming, the nature of Dunlop's crime makes him undeserving of any leniency. She believes he should remain in a maximum-security prison for the duration of his sentence, a fitting consequence for the heinous act he committed and the years of torment he inflicted on her family. The case continues to resonate deeply with the public, highlighting the enduring impact of violent crime and the unwavering determination of a mother fighting for justice.
Ann Ming, the courageous mother whose tireless efforts led to the conviction of her daughter Julie Hogg’s killer, is speaking out against his attempts to be transferred from a high-security prison. Billy Dunlop, who murdered Julie in 1989, is reportedly seeking a move from what has been dubbed "Monster Mansion" to a less secure facility, a proposition that has ignited fury and anguish in Ming.
Dunlop was initially acquitted for lack of evidence, but he confessed to the crime in 1991 while protected by double jeopardy laws. Ann Ming spent years campaigning to change this legal loophole, a struggle brought vividly to life by Sheridan Smith's acclaimed portrayal of her in a recent television drama. Her relentless dedication ultimately led to the abolition of the 800-year-old double jeopardy law, allowing Dunlop to be retried and finally convicted in 2006.
Now, the possibility of Dunlop’s relocation has reopened old wounds. Ann Ming has stated vehemently that the only way Dunlop should leave his current prison is "when he’s dead." Her powerful words reflect the enduring pain and sense of injustice she feels, even after securing a conviction. The thought of Dunlop potentially enjoying a more comfortable prison environment is deeply distressing for her and serves as a painful reminder of the suffering he inflicted on Julie and their family.
The details of Dunlop's request for a transfer remain unclear, but it is understood that such applications are routinely assessed based on factors such as behavior and perceived risk. However, for Ann Ming, the nature of Dunlop's crime makes him undeserving of any leniency. She believes he should remain in a maximum-security prison for the duration of his sentence, a fitting consequence for the heinous act he committed and the years of torment he inflicted on her family. The case continues to resonate deeply with the public, highlighting the enduring impact of violent crime and the unwavering determination of a mother fighting for justice.
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