December 16th 2024.
After a long and highly publicized trial, nurse Lucy Letby, now 34 years old, has been found guilty of the murders of seven infants and the attempted murders of six others while working at the Countess of Chester Hospital. Her legal team, however, has recently announced that they will be launching a fresh bid to challenge her convictions. This comes after a key witness, Dr Dewi Evans, has apparently changed his opinion on the cause of death for three of the babies involved in the case.
At a press conference held by Letby's barrister, Mark McDonald, it was revealed that they will be seeking permission from the Court of Appeal to reopen the case. According to McDonald, Dr Evans' change of heart is a significant development and one that could potentially prove Letby's innocence. He stated, "The defence will argue that Dr Evans is not a reliable expert, and therefore, the convictions are not safe."
Letby, who hails from Hereford, was handed 15 whole-life orders after being found guilty of the heinous crimes she committed between June 2015 and June 2016. Despite this, she has not given up on her fight for justice. Earlier this year, she made two unsuccessful attempts to challenge her convictions at the Court of Appeal. However, her legal team remains undeterred and is determined to continue their fight for her innocence.
The ongoing Thirlwall Inquiry, which is looking into how Letby was able to carry out her crimes, has been taking place at Liverpool Town Hall since September. It is set to resume in January and is expected to publish its findings in autumn 2025. This inquiry has been closely followed by the public, and it is hoped that it will provide some much-needed answers and closure for the families of the victims.
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