Residents say their Nottinghamshire village has changed forever after the tragic death of a mum of three. John Jessop was sentenced to life in prison at Nottingham Crown Court on Wednesday, January 4, with a minimum jail term of 17 years and 8 months after admitting the murder of Clair Ablewhite.
Calculating Jessop cycled 18 miles from Newark to Clair's home in Colston Bassett on Friday, February 25, 2022, where he cut her throat and then cycled home. Residents in the village have been shocked by the murder, and almost a year later they are pleased to see Jessop finally locked up for a hefty stint behind bars.
Retired, Susan Parker, 66, of Colston Bassett, described Jessop's actions as "disgusting." She said: "I’ve had a camera installed since, and my next door neighbour has had her alarms upgraded as well.
