The Irony of Insanity: Colin Stagg's Story

This chapter explores the case of a man in Broadmoor prison who feigned madness to evade a harsher sentence but instead faced a more daunting reality. It contrasts perceptions of mental health within prison settings and delves into the controversial story of Colin Stagg, a man wrongfully accused of murder and manipulated by police. Through discussions of public perception and the media's sensationalism, the chapter highlights themes of naivety, entrapment, and justice.