Nurse Lucy Letby found guilty of murdering seven babies on neonatal unit.
A nurse, Lucy Letby, aged 33, has been convicted of the murders of seven babies and the attempted murder of six other infants while she worked at the Countess of Chester Hospital’s neonatal unit between June 2015 and June 2016. This chilling case has now established Lucy Letby as the most prolific child killer of modern times in the UK.
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The verdict was delivered through a series of partial judgments spread over several days, with reporting restrictions imposed by the judge until the conclusion of the trial. The jury found Lucy Letby guilty of seven counts of attempted murder, including two involving the same infant.
However, she was also found not guilty of two attempted murder charges, while the jury could not reach a verdict on six other counts of attempted murder.
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Letby’s actions have shaken the nation, as she was accused of using medical equipment and medicines to induce unexpected collapses among babies on the hospital’s neonatal ward during both day and night shifts. The victims of her heinous crimes included boys and girls, many of whom were born prematurely.
Letby, who was in her mid-20s when the murders occurred, was described as “devious” and “cold-blooded” by the Crown Prosecution Service.
The case has been marked by tragic details, including the attempted murder of twin brothers known as Child L and M. Both were born prematurely, and Letby’s attempts to end their lives within hours of each other were thwarted.
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Among her victims, Letby targeted two brothers, Child O and P, who were part of a set of triplets. These boys tragically died within their first week of life, with Child O displaying severe liver damage. While Child L survived the poisoning attempt, he sustained brain damage that will impact his development as he grows older.
The families of the victims expressed their sorrow and anger as the verdicts were read out, and many voiced their frustration with Letby’s repeated denials during cross-examinations. The trial highlighted significant shortcomings in identifying Letby’s actions, as suspicions from colleagues emerged over a year before hospital management alerted the police.
In response to these shocking revelations, the UK government has launched an independent inquiry into the killings. Letby’s actions have not only brought about devastating loss but have also raised questions about accountability within the healthcare system and the need for stricter checks and balances.
As the trial concluded, the nation is left grappling with the gravity of Letby’s crimes, the trust that was broken, and the need to ensure that such a tragedy never occurs again.
