Nurse Found Guilty of Attempted Murder Amid Controversy Over Evidence

Lucy Letby, a 34-year-old nurse from Hereford, was recently convicted of attempting to kill a child known as Baby K during a retrial at Manchester Crown Court. This conviction follows her earlier guilty verdicts for the murders of several infants at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Despite the court's decision, a campaign has emerged advocating for Letby’s innocence, with supporters rallying outside the Royal Courts of Justice and engaging in online discussions. The case has drawn significant public attention, particularly from families affected by Letby’s actions. One mother, whose child was a victim of Letby’s alleged attempts, expressed her frustration over the ongoing claims of innocence, emphasizing the importance of the court's ruling. “What more was it going to take for people to realize that she’s not innocent?” she stated, highlighting the emotional toll the situation has taken on victims' families. Compounding the controversy, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) acknowledged that some evidence presented during the trial was incorrect, specifically regarding door-swipe data that tracked nurse movements. This data is crucial for establishing timelines and accountability, and Conservative MP David Davis has called for an urgent explanation from the CPS regarding the errors. Looking ahead, a public inquiry led by Lady Justice Kathryn Thirlwall is set to commence in September. This inquiry will investigate how Letby was permitted to continue working with vulnerable infants despite serious concerns raised about her conduct.