Jeremy Forrest, a former maths teacher, became infamous in 2012, becoming widely known after running away to France with a 15-year-old student. This led to a major police search, his arrest, and a trial. He was found guilty of child abduction and sexual offenses, sentenced to five and a half years in prison, banned from teaching, and put on the sex offender register for life.

After his release in 2016, Forrest tried to start over with a new name, working as a baker and even getting married again. However, recent reports claim he is involved in another scandal, facing new accusations of inappropriate behavior with a young woman at his job.

Beyond the headlines, here are five things you might not know about Jeremy Forrest:


1. Banned from Teaching for Life

Due to his criminal record, Forrest was permanently banned from teaching and placed on the sex offender register for life. Despite this, he continued to have questionable relationships with younger women, raising concerns about repeat predatory behavior.

2. Convicted and Jailed

In 2013, Forrest was convicted of child abduction and sexual activity with a minor at Lewes Crown Court. He was sentenced to five and a half years in prison, serving time at Ashfield Prison, where he trained as a chef. His first wife divorced him while he was incarcerated.

3. A New Life as a Baker – But Not Without Controversy

After his release in 2016, Forrest attempted to rebuild his life, reinventing himself as a baker. He worked at various bakeries, including Gilda Bakery in Canterbury and J Ayre bakery in Sidcup, Kent. However, his past caught up with him when Gilda Bakery terminated his employment after learning of his history. More recently, he was accused of engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a 27-year-old bakery assistant, leading to workplace turmoil.

4. Jeremy Forrest was in a Rock Band That Hinted at his Crimes

Forrest attempted to pursue a music career both before and after his conviction. His band’s lyrics eerily reflect his past, with lines such as "Girl, I'd do it all again" and "I was afraid someone would catch us." These lyrics, combined with his history, led to public backlash whenever his musical projects resurfaced.

5. Jeremy Forrest's Second Marriage Ended in Scandal

Forrest remarried after his release, seemingly settling into a quiet life. However, recent reports allege that he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a 27-year-old female colleague at the bakery. The woman ultimately quit her job, with insiders suggesting Forrest manipulated her by falsely claiming he planned to divorce his wife. His second wife has acknowledged the allegations but has chosen not to comment publicly.


Even years later, Forrest’s past still follows him, making it hard for him to escape controversy.