The former home of Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley in Grimsargh, Lancashire has been put back on the market for £370,000. The property's listing includes a warning for potential buyers about the former owners' convictions.
The listing states that the vendor is currently serving a custodial sentence following conviction for offences involving a minor. It is understood that the offences were not committed at the property. The information is being provided in the interests of transparency to assist prospective purchasers in making an informed decision.
The property's former owners have a history of violent and abusive behavior. Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley were convicted of torturing and abusing Preston Davey, a child they had adopted. Varley was given a whole life order for murder, sexual offences, grievous bodily harm, and indecent images, while McGowan-Fazakerley was jailed for 25 years for causing or allowing the death of a child, cruelty, and sexual assault.
Preston was taken from his mother, Sarah Davey, who was jailed for murdering a pensioner in 1998. His father was also serving time for a racially aggravated attack. The baby was first looked after by foster parents before Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley were approved for adoption. A trial heard that Preston suffered physical, mental, and sexual abuse at the hands of the two men.
The property's listing advises potential buyers to undertake their own inquiries and satisfy themselves as to any matters that may influence their decision to bid for or purchase the property. The sale of the property is subject to the usual terms and conditions.
