Roy Whiting, Sarah Payne's Killer, Stabbed in Prison Attack

The convicted murderer of eight-year-old Sarah Payne was attacked in HMP Wakefield, sustaining minor injuries.

Roy Whiting, who murdered Sarah Payne over 20 years ago, was stabbed by fellow inmates at HMP Wakefield.
Whiting has been targeted multiple times since his imprisonment, with previous attacks leaving him with significant injuries.
The attack on Whiting is under investigation by West Yorkshire Police; his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Sarah Payne's murder in 2000 led to the introduction of Sarah’s Law, allowing parents to check if someone has child sex offence convictions.
Whiting's history includes a previous conviction for kidnapping and indecent assault of a nine-year-old girl in 1995.