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The Trial of Lucy Letby: The Inquiry

Episode 17: Baby L “He had been given insulin he should not have been given… it was inappropriate and dangerous.”

Feb 20, 2023
In this episode, Caroline and Liz discuss the accusation against neo-natal nurse Lucy Letby for the poisoning of Baby L with insulin. They also mention the nurse's celebration after the incident and her emotional breakdown in court. The podcast explores the impact of TV dramas on perceptions of policing and the public's fascination with crime. Additionally, it highlights the importance of making court proceedings accessible and the work of aspiring law enforcement students.
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Quick takeaways

  • Nurse Letby allegedly poisoned the glucose drip with insulin, leading to dangerously low blood sugar levels in Baby Elle.
  • Nurse Letby's distraction and negligence while attending to Baby Elle's deteriorating condition raise concerns about her actions and motive.

Deep dives

Lucy Letby's Trial for Alleged Murder of Seven Babies

Lucy Letby is on trial at Manchester Crown Court, accused of killing seven infants and injuring ten more at the Countess of Chester Hospital in Cheshire. The charges include murder and attempted murder. The babies, referred to as babies A to Q, were under the care of Letby, who worked as a neo-natal nurse. The trial focuses on the alleged murders and attempted murders of premature babies, with their parents present in court. The prosecution claims that Letby injected insulin into the glucose drip of baby El, resulting in dangerously low blood sugar levels.

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