CRIME & LAW

Migrant sex offender released due to 'human error', says Lammy

The government has ordered an independent inquiry after migrant sex offender Hadush Kebatu was mistakenly released from HMP Chelmsford, prompting a 48-hour manhunt before his re-arrest in north London. Justice Secretary David Lammy blamed apparent human error, said Dame Lynne Owens will lead the probe and speak to victims, and pledged Kebatu’s swift deportation to Ethiopia, with No 10 suggesting it could be within days. New safeguards include duty governors present for releases and a halt to ERS removals at Chelmsford; one officer is suspended. Robert Jenrick called the incident a national embarrassment.

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