Three Inmates Charged with Murder of Child Killer Kyle Bevan at HMP Wakefield

Three Inmates Charged with Murder of Child Killer Kyle Bevan at HMP Wakefield

Authorities have confirmed that three inmates have been charged with the murder of convicted child killer Kyle Bevan, who was found dead in his cell at HMP Wakefield on Wednesday morning. The men, identified as Mark Fellows, 45, Lee Newell, 56, and David Taylor, 63, are now facing murder charges in connection with Bevan’s death, which has sent shockwaves through the prison system and reignited debate over the safety and management of high-risk inmates in custody.

According to reports, prison guards made the grim discovery during morning rounds. Bevan, aged 33, was found unresponsive in his cell and was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts by emergency responders to revive him. The West Yorkshire Police immediately launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, which has now resulted in formal charges against the three men.

Bevan was serving a life sentence for the brutal killing of his partner’s two-year-old daughter, Lola James, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in 2020. The case had drawn widespread public outrage due to the horrific nature of the abuse inflicted on the child. During his trial, prosecutors detailed how Bevan subjected little Lola to a sustained and violent assault that left her with catastrophic injuries. She later died in hospital, sparking an outpouring of grief and anger across Wales and beyond.

HMP Wakefield, often referred to as “Monster Mansion”, houses some of the most notorious and dangerous offenders in the United Kingdom, including murderers, serial killers, and high-profile sex offenders. The prison has a long history of violence behind its walls, with several incidents of inmate-on-inmate attacks over the years.

Officials have not released specific details about how Bevan died, but early indications suggest that the incident may have occurred overnight, and foul play was immediately suspected. The three suspects were quickly identified, separated from the general population, and taken into custody pending investigation.

Mark Fellows is a known high-security inmate, previously convicted of murder himself, while Lee Newell has been serving a life sentence for a separate killing within prison walls. David Taylor, 63, is also a convicted violent offender. Their alleged involvement in Bevan’s death highlights the dangerous and volatile environment that can exist in maximum-security facilities like Wakefield.

A spokesperson for the Prison Service stated:

“A prisoner at HMP Wakefield has died and the incident is being treated as a suspected homicide. Our deepest sympathies are with the victim’s family. We are fully cooperating with West Yorkshire Police as they carry out their investigation.”

Bevan’s death has provoked mixed reactions from the public. While some have expressed relief that a man responsible for such a heinous act met a violent end, others have condemned the apparent breakdown of prison security that allowed another killing to take place within a supposedly controlled environment.

Legal experts have warned that despite Bevan’s crimes, every prisoner is entitled to protection under the law. Human rights advocates have called for an independent inquiry into the conditions and management at HMP Wakefield, noting that repeated incidents of inmate violence suggest systemic failings within the UK’s prison system.

The three accused men—Fellows, Newell, and Taylor—are expected to appear before magistrates in the coming days. If convicted, they could face additional life sentences for Bevan’s murder.

Meanwhile, Lola James’s name has resurfaced in public discourse as people recall the horrific events that led to Bevan’s imprisonment. Lola’s mother, who was also convicted for failing to protect her daughter, remains in custody.

As investigations continue, the case has once again shone a harsh light on Britain’s most notorious prison and the dangers faced by both inmates and staff within its walls.

The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has confirmed that it has authorized the charges and that proceedings are now underway. Police have urged the public not to speculate further while the case moves through the courts.