Overview

• Gavin Plumb, sentenced to life imprisonment in 2024, meticulously planned to abduct, rape, and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby using a 'kidnap kit' and detailed knowledge of her movements.
• Channel 5's documentary, aired on May 1, 2025, features disturbing footage of Plumb displaying his tools and delves into his online activity, which included recruiting accomplices in forums like 'Abduct Lovers.'
• An undercover U.S. officer infiltrated Plumb's online group, leading to his arrest in 2023 after alerting the FBI and Essex Police to the imminent threat.
• Willoughby, who waived her right to anonymity during the trial, chose not to participate in the documentary and is prioritizing her family and personal well-being.
• The case highlights the importance of cross-border law enforcement collaboration and raises broader concerns about digital platforms enabling violent threats against women.