Shocking Verdict: Nurse Lucy Letby Convicted in Gruesome Baby Murder Case!
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| Lucy Letby at the time of her being charged in November 2020. (Image: Cheshire Constabulary.) |
Breaking News: Landmark Verdict - Serial Killer Lucy Letby Convicted of Murdering Babies at Countess of Chester Hospital
In a historic legal judgment, Lucy Letby, the former neonatal unit nurse, has been found guilty of multiple counts of murder and attempted murder involving innocent babies at the renowned Countess of Chester Hospital. After an intense trial spanning over 10 months, the verdict was reached at Manchester Crown Court in October 2022. The jury deliberated for an astounding 110 hours and 26 minutes before reaching a unanimous decision on Letby's guilt.
This chilling case marks a grave milestone, as Letby now stands as the most notorious child serial killer in the legal annals of the United Kingdom.
The heart-wrenching incidents took place within the neonatal unit, spanning from June 2015 to June 2016. The recently unveiled information reveals that verdicts were delivered on various dates, including Tuesday, August 8; Friday, August 11; Wednesday, August 16; and Thursday, August 17. Reporting restrictions were meticulously imposed to uphold the integrity of the jury's process.
On August 8, a somber moment unfolded just after 2 pm, when the jury unanimously determined Letby's responsibility for poisoning Child F and Child L with insulin. Throughout the trial, Letby maintained an impassive demeanor, a stance she continued even during the delivery of these verdicts. However, tears flowed once the jury exited the courtroom to continue their deliberations.
The courtroom was gripped with emotion on August 11, around 1 pm, as Letby was found guilty of the murder of Child O, and by a majority of 10 to one, the murders of Child C, Child I, and Child P. Additionally, the jury declared her guilty, by a majority of 10 to one, of attempting to murder Child M and Child N. Parents of the afflicted children couldn't contain their tears upon hearing these verdicts. The poignant scene continued as Letby's mother, Susan Letby, sobbed uncontrollably after both the jury and her daughter exited the court.
Continuing the unfolding drama on August 16, around 2 pm, Letby was absent from the courtroom as further verdicts were disclosed. The jury, with a majority of 10-1, found her guilty of the murders of Child A, Child D, and Child E, along with the attempted murder of Child B. Two counts of attempted murder involving Child G also saw Letby facing conviction. However, she was acquitted of a third count of attempted murder related to Child G. A mixture of emotions filled the gallery as parents wept, consoled one another, and shared their sorrow during the reading of these judgments.
On August 17, approximately 12:45 pm, Letby's absence persisted as the jury ruled her not guilty on one count of attempting to murder Child H. Stringent reporting restrictions remain in place, preventing the release of the babies' names mentioned in the indictment.
The 33-year-old, initially apprehended in Chester in July 2018 and hailing from Hereford, awaits her sentencing scheduled for Monday, August 21. Letby's final appearance in Manchester Crown Court occurred on the morning of Wednesday, August 16, coinciding with the jury's 20th day of deliberations.
During the trial, presiding judge Mr. Justice James Goss revealed that Letby would not return to court for the sentencing hearing, opting not to participate via videolink. While the court lacks the authority to compel her attendance, Justice Goss assured that his remarks during the televised sentencing would address Letby as if she were present.
In a recent development, the jury, after much consideration, declared on Friday, August 18, that further deliberations were no longer viable. Consequently, the 11 jurors were discharged. Notably, no verdicts were recorded on six counts of attempted murder.
Justice Goss extended his gratitude to the jurors for their conscientiousness and dedication. Recognizing the distressing nature of the case, he ensured that support would be available to jurors seeking assistance. Furthermore, he formally exempted all jurors from any future jury service obligations, acknowledging the immense toll this trial had taken.
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