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Thames Speedboat Killer Charged Again
17 Jul
Summary
- Jack Shepherd charged with assault and coercive behaviour.
- Shepherd was released early from a manslaughter sentence.
- A public hearing will decide his future release.
Jack Shepherd, who was convicted of killing Charlotte Brown in a speedboat crash on the River Thames, now faces new charges. The 38-year-old has been charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm, criminal damage, intentional suffocation, and controlling and coercive behaviour. These charges come after his release from prison in January 2024, where he was serving a 10-year sentence for manslaughter.
Months after his release, Shepherd began a relationship with a woman in her fifties, identified as Ms X. Despite being informed of his history, she continued the relationship. By late 2024, Shepherd allegedly became violent and coercive. Ms X reported these incidents to the police in August 2025, leading to his arrest.
Shepherd denied the allegations and was released on bail. However, he is accused of breaching his bail conditions, resulting in his licence revocation and recall to custody in September 2025. The Parole Board has now ordered a public hearing to decide on his potential future release.
