Will she ever be able to walk down the street without looking over her shoulder? From today, Maxine Carr is officially a free woman, having served half of a 42-month sentence for providing the Soham murderer, Ian Huntley, with a false alibi.
But far from enjoying a fresh start the 27-year-old is about to begin a life in hiding. As one of Britain's most recognisable and vilified former inmates she is likely to be at constant risk of attack.