Prisoner Custody Officer Lorraine Barwell

Following the conclusion of the Trial of Facts in relation to Humphrey Burke, Rupert Soames, Serco Group Chief Executive, said: “We were all appalled and deeply saddened by the killing of Lorraine Barwell by Humphrey Burke. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this time and on behalf of everyone at Serco I want to send them our sincerest sympathies and condolences.

“Lorraine, who was affectionately known as ‘Rocky’, was a brave and experienced Prison Custody Officer who had worked at Serco for over ten years. She was a popular and highly respected member of our team, who is sorely missed by everyone who worked with her.”

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