A woman from Wales has posted disturbing content on Facebook, revealing an obsession with the murdered two-year-old James Bulger. Rosemary Williams shared a series of alarming messages, including a photo of a mother and child outside her house with a caption insinuating it was “easy to kill kids.” During a hearing at Mold Crown Court, it was disclosed that Williams, aged 28, considered the tragic murder of Bulger a “fantasy” of hers. The court heard her references to the vulnerability of children and the use of hashtags like “murder” and “sexual gratification” on her Facebook profile, as reported by North Wales Live.
Williams, who suffers from autism and depression, was exposed after liking a woman’s Facebook page, leading to the discovery of her unsettling posts. She admitted to sending a communication threatening death or serious harm and was sentenced to 16 months in jail, suspended for 18 months. Prosecutor Laura Knightly detailed instances of Williams’ concerning behaviour, including posts about harming children with weapons and her interest in acquiring a crossbow for violent purposes.
The court also learned of Williams’ references to committing harm under the influence of nitrous oxide and her struggles with mental health issues. Williams portrayed an unhealthy fascination with James Bulger, who was murdered by two ten-year-old boys almost three decades ago. The judge, Recorder Wyn Lloyd Jones, acknowledged the severity of Williams’ actions and imposed a suspended sentence on her. However, Williams must undergo rehabilitation activities, follow prohibitive restrictions, and wear a GPS tag to limit her movements in certain areas.
In her defence, Williams’ lawyer, Ember Wong, highlighted her client’s mental health challenges as a significant factor in her offences. Wong cited Williams’ isolation and inappropriate use of social media as cries for help due to her conditions. Despite the gravity of her actions, Williams’ sentencing aimed at providing her with support and guiding her towards better behaviour in the future, as stated by the judge.