Lucy Letby, a former British neonatal nurse convicted of murdering seven infants and attempting to murder seven others, has lost her bid to appeal her conviction. The case has become the subject of growing scrutiny, with some experts questioning the evidence used to convict her.
The prosecution claimed she killed the babies using different methods, including the injection of air into the bloodstream and poisoning them with insulin. However, a recent article (see original report, free w/email) highlighted potential flaws in the prosecution's case, suggesting questions about the evidence may have been overlooked. The article argues the prosecution relied heavily on a chart showing Letby's presence during suspicious events, which did not account for other factors affecting mortality rates. Some experts have noted the evidence was largely circumstantial, with no one directly observing Letby harming a baby, and have questioned the validity of her alleged confession note.
Letby, who has maintained her innocence, is currently serving 15 life sentences.
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