Anthony Russell (murderer)
Anthony Russell | |
|---|---|
| Born | 16 April 1982 Coventry, West Midlands, England |
| Known for | Murders of David Williams, Julie Williams and Nicole McGregor |
| Criminal status | Imprisoned |
| Criminal charge | Murder, rape |
| Penalty | Life imprisonment (whole life order) |
| Details | |
| Victims | 3 (1 further alleged during imprisonment) |
Span of crimes | 21 – 26 October 2020 |
Date apprehended | 30 October 2020 |
| Imprisoned at | HM Prison Frankland |
Anthony Russell (born 16 April 1982) is a British murderer, spree killer, and convicted rapist. In October 2020, he murdered Julie Williams, her son David Williams, and Nicole McGregor, whom he raped before killing and leaving in woodland near Leamington Spa. He received a whole life order for the three murders.
In March 2026, Russell was charged with the murder of Ian Huntley following an alleged assault at HMP Frankland.