New report by panel of experts claims killer nurse Lucy Letby is innocent
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The trial of Lucy Letby in Manchester, England, shocked the world with the horrifying crimes she was convicted of committing. Letby, a neonatal nurse, was found guilty of murdering seven babies and attempting to kill seven more at the Countess of Chester Hospital between June 2015 and June 2016. The prosecution painted her as a malevolent and devious nurse who enjoyed “playing God.”
In a disturbing handwritten confession note discovered by police, Letby admitted to purposefully killing babies and described herself as a “horrible evil person” and “EVIL.” Despite being sentenced to 15 life terms in prison and losing two appeals, there is a growing belief among medical professionals, legal experts, and commentators that Letby is actually innocent.
Recently, a panel of 14 international experts released a report stating that there is no medical evidence to support the prosecution’s claims against Letby. They assert that the babies in her care likely deteriorated due to natural causes or substandard medical care rather than criminal actions. This has led to calls for a new trial and a review of Letby’s case by the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC).
The report also questions the validity of the medical evidence used to convict Letby, particularly the claims made by the prosecution’s main expert, Dr. Dewi Evans. The panel suggests that the evidence was misinterpreted and lacked a solid foundation. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the hospital’s staffing levels and quality of care, hinting at systemic issues that may have contributed to the tragic outcomes.
As the CCRC reviews Letby’s case, she remains in prison, with any potential bail application likely to be opposed by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Meanwhile, a public inquiry into the events at the hospital is ongoing, and there is speculation about further charges being brought against Letby related to baby deaths at another hospital.
While the process of reviewing Letby’s case will take time, the hope is that justice will prevail, and any potential miscarriage of justice will be rectified. The CCRC and other authorities are diligently examining the evidence to ensure a fair and thorough review of the case. As the legal proceedings unfold, the world watches in anticipation of the ultimate resolution for Lucy Letby.
