Graham Hall, the father of Victoria Hall, has spoken out following the sentencing of Steve Wright, also known as the Suffolk Strangler, who was convicted of murdering his daughter in 1999. Victoria, a 17-year-old A levels student from Trimley St Mary, was abducted while out with friends, with Wright now confirming his guilt in her kidnapping and murder. This marks a significant moment as Wright is already serving life for killing five other women in Ipswich and has been given another life sentence following this latest conviction.

During an emotional interview, Graham Hall recounted the traumatic experience of confronting his daughter's killer in court, describing the deep pain that has lingered for over two decades since the tragic event. The court reaffirmed that Wright would likely spend the rest of his life in prison, which is a source of some comfort to Graham, who conveyed a strong message of hope for justice. He articulated his desire for Wright to 'sit in prison and rot', reflecting the sentiments of many who have suffered from the impact of Wright’s horrific actions.

This case brings renewed attention to the horrific crimes committed by Wright and highlights ongoing concerns surrounding violent offenders and their impact on families and communities. The sentencing is seen as a small step towards closure for the Hall family, while also underscoring the effectiveness of the judicial system in ensuring severe penalties for such grave offenses.