But what a horrible turn of phrase. It doesn't do the Bamberettes any favours when they try to portray the convicted murderer as a caring father figure, who bought Lego for Suzette's children.
The most chilling aspect from the gulity perspective is the aftermath.
Spending time in the company of the man whose children you have murdered. Having a meals together, enjoying his hospitality putting him in the front car of the funeral procession. And all the while it's just a big ploy.
Much like when Ian Huntley went up the to the father of one of the girls he killed and said " I'm sorry I didn't know she was your daughter, I hope she turns up "