Lottery Rapist Strikes It Rich Again: How His $9 Million Win Turned Into a $12 Million Fortune

A British man, known as the lottery rapist after winning the lottery while in prison in 2004, has reportedly increased his wealth through successful investments 20 years later, sparking anger among locals.

The Sun reported on the current status of the lottery rapist, Iorworth Hoare, who won a substantial lottery prize amounting to $9.2 million while in an open prison in 2004.

Hoare was sentenced to prison in 1989 for attempting to rape former professor Shirley Woodman, then 59. He had previously been convicted six times for rape and other charges, leading to a life sentence.

In 2004, he was in an open prison that allowed weekend outings. Although gambling was prohibited during these outings, purchasing lottery tickets was permitted. During one of his outings, he bought a lottery ticket and won $9.34 million.

To receive the entire prize, he needed the approval of fund managers, lawyers, and accountants. However, after being paroled in 2005, he could receive $11,227 monthly.

In 2008, he assembled a luxury legal team to claim the total prize, and after winning the lawsuit last year, he received the total amount along with the accumulated interest.

Now, 20 years have passed since his parole. After moving several times, he bought a house worth $65,000 in a small northern England town where he reportedly lives peacefully. He has also successfully invested his money, increasing his wealth to over $12 million.

While he enjoys a tranquil life, residents who know of his notorious criminal history are fearful. Their anxiety is heightened by the fact that he was arrested in May 2016 for committing an act of public indecency and resisting arrest.

His past behavior contributes to the residents’ fears. Even while incarcerated, he boasted to other inmates, saying, “I will be happy for life” due to his lottery win. In 2016 during his arrest, he claimed, “I am a billionaire. The police are jealous of me,” displaying a fearless attitude.

Some residents reported that women in the area feel scared to be home alone because of Hoare, with some considering selling their houses and leaving the town.

One anonymous resident said, “We see and hear him every day. We no longer want to live there. Why would we want to sell our homes? It’s all because of him. Knowing his background is a complete nightmare.” The resident added, “We want to sell our homes but can’t because of him.”

Another nearby resident noted, “Women who want to walk or run around the town avoid the paths he frequents. He is a threat to society. Because of him, I am always on edge, constantly aware that a serial rapist lives right here.”