New Evidence Challenges Nurse Letby’s Baby Murder Convictions

A public inquiry into the convictions of Lucy Letby, a nurse found guilty of murdering seven infants, may be paused due to new evidence that challenges the validity of her convictions. Her legal team has presented 11 new strands of evidence to the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC), suggesting that the babies' deaths could be attributed to natural causes or poor clinical management rather than murder. Kate Blackwell, representing hospital management, has called for the inquiry to be suspended until these new claims are thoroughly investigated. The inquiry chair, Kathryn Thirlwall, acknowledged the request and will consider arguments for a pause, which has been supported by various stakeholders, including Letby's defense team and a senior lawmaker. Police investigations into Letby's potential involvement in additional deaths and corporate manslaughter at the Countess of Chester Hospital continue amidst these developments. The situation highlights the ongoing debate regarding the integrity of the legal proceedings against Letby and the implications for public trust in the healthcare system.