London cabbie rapist John Worboys to be freed from prison

London cabbie rapist John Worboys is to be released from prison.

Between 2002 and 2008, Worboys, who was jailed for life in 2009, carried out more than 100 rapes and sexual assaults using alcohol and drugs to stupefy his victims.

In a statement, the Parole Board said: "We can confirm that a three-member panel of the Parole Board has directed the release of Mr John Worboys following an oral hearing.

"The arrangements for Mr Worboys' release will be managed by the Ministry of Justice."

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