In a shocking development, a 19-year-old prison officer and a 30-year-old inmate are in hot water over accusations of a forbidden fling at HMP Five Wells. Alicia Novas and Declan Winkless faced the courts over claims of misconduct, with allegations ranging from exchanging phone numbers to smuggling cannabis and mobile phones into the facility.
Court documents suggest Novas didn’t just turn a blind eye but also traded confidential info and became involved in a romantic relationship, raising eyebrows and questions about the extent of the breach in public trust. Meanwhile, Winkless, who appeared in court via video-link, is accused of encouraging these acts, with even more allegations of possessing unauthorized mobile devices.
Both accused are set to reappear at Northampton Crown Court on December 1st. In the meantime, Novas is out on bail under strict conditions, including a no-contact rule with any inmates. Could this be a tale of misguided love, or something more? Stay tuned as the drama unfolds!