Kyle Bevan murder detectives charge three men over HMP Wakefield death

Kyle Bevan Murder Investigation at HMP Wakefield

Three men have been charged with the murder of Kyle Bevan, a prisoner who died at HMP Wakefield.

Details of the Charged Men

About Kyle Bevan

Kyle Bevan, aged 33, was serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 28 years for a brutal attack on two-year-old Lola James in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, in July 2020. The assault was described as "sustained, deliberate and very violent."

Events Leading to Charges

Bevan was found dead in his cell at HMP Wakefield, West Yorkshire, after serving only two and a half years of his sentence. Police were alerted to the incident on the morning of Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

"Three men, who are all serving prisoners, have been arrested on suspicion of murder."

Police Statement

"Detectives have charged three men with murder after the death of a prisoner at HMP Wakefield on Wednesday, November 5. Kyle Bevan was found dead in his cell on Wednesday morning. Mark Fellows, Lee Newell, and David Taylor, all White British inmates at HMP Wakefield, have been charged."

Summary

Three inmates have been formally charged with the murder of Kyle Bevan, who was serving life for a violent child assault and found dead after two and a half years in custody.

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Leeds Live Leeds Live — 2025-11-07