IN MARCH 2008, Katie Piper was subjected to an acid attack, which rendered her blind in one eye and required extensive surgery.
The 34-year-old, who subsequently forged a career for herself in media and established the Katie Piper Foundation for burns and disfigurement victims, was targeted by a former boyfriend, Daniel Lynch.
Under Lynch’s orders, Stefan Sylvestre attacked the then 24-year-old with sulphuric acid, and was subsequently sentenced to life behind bars alongside Lynch, who received two life sentences.
However, news of Sylvestre’s imminent release has understandably left the mother-of-two shaken – something she addressed in a recent post to fans and followers on Twitter.
— Katie Piper (@KatiePiper_) August 24, 2018
Katie, who is part of Strictly Come Dancing’s current line-up, has campaigned for Sylvestre to remain bars and is understandably devastated to learn that he won’t.
Hi everyone, I felt it was important to put a message out to my friends, supporters and followers. This is a really difficult time for me. I am trying to come to terms with the decision and this is something I need to deal with.
Turning her attention to her latest commitment, she added:
Over the past 2 weeks Strictly has already given me such a welcome and positive distraction from my past. Whilst there is never a good time to hear this news, I am glad I have this new journey to concentrate on.
“Thank you for your continued support. I really appreciate it,” she concluded.
Katie’s followers have been quick to offer their support in the wake of the news that Sylvestre is being released.
I can’t even begin to imagine how much this is torturing you. Strictly will see you through. Karma will get him x
— Natalie (@nattyw82) August 24, 2018
I was very surprised to hear this 🤷♀️But you stay as strong as ever. You're an incredible woman and I can't wait to see your dancing 💃 skills shown to us. Sending love. Good luck with the show xxx
— 💕Susanna Morgan 💕 (@S__Morgan13) August 24, 2018
I can't believe this is actually happening. Please know that we all got your back, you're such a strong, inspirational and beautiful human. So proud of you💞
— Jenny ✨ (@shirleyftdarcey) August 24, 2018
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