Stuart Campbell, the malevolent uncle responsible for the death of Danielle Jones, may potentially regain freedom by early 2026 without disclosing the whereabouts of her remains. Convicted in 2002 for the murder of the 15-year-old girl, Campbell received a life sentence with a minimum term of 20 years. Despite multiple searches, Danielle’s body has not been located, and Campbell, now 67, maintains his innocence. The Parole Board has scheduled a hearing for Campbell on January 16, 2026.
Danielle went missing on June 18, 2001, while heading to a bus stop near her residence in East Tilbury, Essex. Campbell, who was married to Danielle’s paternal aunt, abducted her by forcing her into a blue Transit van. Linda, Danielle’s mother, has urged for Campbell to remain imprisoned until he discloses the burial site. She plans to deliver a statement at the hearing, expressing the profound impact of Danielle’s disappearance on their family.
A Parole Board spokesperson announced that an oral hearing is set for Campbell’s parole review in January 2026, emphasizing the evaluation of the risk he poses to society. Campbell’s previous two parole applications were denied, with this being his third attempt. Danielle’s parents have repeatedly implored him to reveal the location of their daughter’s body to provide closure.
Campbell’s brother, Alix Sharkey, expressed his belief that Campbell should not be released until he reveals what happened to Danielle. The passage of Helen’s Law, supported by the Mirror, requires parole panels to consider non-disclosure cases like Campbell’s.