Killer Barber Gets Cozy in Open Prison
Hadim Kedik, who murdered his ex-partner in front of their child, now cuts hair and enjoys self-reliant living.
Convicted murderer Hadim Kedik, now 50, is enjoying surprising comforts behind bars. Serving time for the brutal 2007 killing of his ex-partner, Rose Patterson, Kedik has become the resident barber at Shelton Abbey open prison and has been granted an independent living unit (ILU), bringing him closer to potential release.
life Behind Bars for a Killer
In 2008, the details of Kedik‘s crime shocked the nation. During the trial, the court learned how he repeatedly stabbed Rose Patterson at his residence in Clonakilty, County Cork. The 30-year-old victim succumbed to her injuries near the front door, while her infant, covered in blood, crawled beside her.
Following the horrific crime, kedik attempted suicide. He was handed a mandatory life sentence by Mr. Justice Patrick McCarthy.
Now,Kedik resides at Shelton Abbey Prison in County Wicklow,where he was transferred in 2021. A source revealed that he is well-liked by fellow inmates as he cuts their hair.
Did you know? Open prisons focus on rehabilitation and preparing inmates for reintegration into society. They often offer more freedom and duty compared to customary prisons.
Privileged Inmates
Kedik is among ten long-serving inmates at Shelton Abbey who have been given an ILU. This includes Brian Meehan,one of Veronica Guerin‘s killers. These units come equipped with amenities such as a kitchen and TV.
Another inmate enjoying similar privileges is Craig White, a gangland killer convicted in the Crumlin-Drimnagh feud. White is serving a life sentence for the 2005 murder of Noel Roche and has been granted temporary release on multiple occasions.
In 2023, the Irish Prison Service reported that Shelton Abbey housed approximately 110 inmates, with a focus on reintegration programs (Irish Prison Service).
Pro Tip: Reintegration programs in open prisons often include vocational training, educational opportunities, and work placements to help inmates develop skills and find employment upon release.
Victim’s Family Speaks Out
Following the sentencing in 2008, Ms. Patterson‘s family shared a statement in memory of their daughter, describing her as a bright and optimistic woman and a loving mother of three. “It’s always difficult to come to terms with the loss of someone so young but the manner of Rose‘s death has added to our loss and elaborate our grieving process,”
the statement read.
The news of Kedik‘s improved living conditions and role as a barber has sparked outrage among victim advocates, raising questions about the balance between rehabilitation and justice.
