Stinson Hunter (born Kieren Parsons, 10 October 1981) is a British vigilante[1] who is best known for his role in the documentary The Paedophile Hunter. The film investigating child sexual exploitation was named "Best Documentary on a Contemporary Theme" in the 42nd British Documentary Awards, which "celebrates documentaries from Britain and abroad that "have made a significant contribution to the genre."[2]

The Guardian published an article referencing the film, and reporting the estimated 10 active paedophile hunting groups in the UK.[3] "While the police are critical of such groups in public, they privately provide advice and support on how to conduct stings. 'The police are like us. They’re human beings,' a member of a group said. 'They have families, so they understand what we’re doing and why we’re doing it.'”[3]

Hunter's personal challenges, such as past issues with alcohol, drugs and a prison term have been reported in editorial newspapers as well as tabloid newspapers.[4][5]

References

  1. ↑ "The Pedophile Hunter: Twitter reacts to vigilante Stinson Hunter in Channel 4 documentary". Archived from the original on 25 May 2022 – via www.independent.co.uk.
  2. ↑ "Gogglebox among TV documentary winners". 3 November 2015 – via www.bbc.com.
  3. 1 2 Perraudin, Frances (24 April 2017). "Paedophile hunters jeopardising police work, says senior officer" – via www.theguardian.com.
  4. ↑ O'Donovan, Gerard (1 October 2014). "The Paedophile Hunter, Channel 4, review: 'disturbing'" – via www.telegraph.co.uk.
  5. ↑ "Stinson Hunter opens up about battle with mental health and drug addiction" – via www.coventrytelegraph.net.
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