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The Trial of Lucy Letby: The Inquiry

Episode 8: Baby F, Part 2 ‘His heart rate was high and his sugar was low, something wasn't right.’

Dec 5, 2022
This episode discusses the poisoning of Baby F and the prosecution's case against Lucy Letby. It explores the dangers of neonatal hypoglycemia and the contamination of nutrient bags with insulin. The hosts also share their challenges in reporting on lengthy trials and discuss the tragic case of Charlene Downs. The episode ends with a teaser for the next episode featuring Baby G's miraculous survival.
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Quick takeaways

  • The prosecution alleges that Lucy Letby injected insulin into nutrient bags used to feed Baby F, resulting in dangerously low blood sugar levels.
  • Medical experts have testified about the severe risks associated with neonatal hypoglycemia, including seizures and long-term neurodevelopmental problems.

Deep dives

Lucy Letby on trial accused of killing infants and injuring others

Lucy Letby, a neonatal nurse, is on trial at Manchester Crown Court facing charges of killing seven babies and injuring ten others at the Countess of Chester Hospital. The babies, referred to as Babies A to Q, were allegedly harmed or killed by Letby during the summer of 2015. The prosecution's case is focused on Letby allegedly injecting insulin into nutrient bags used to feed the babies, resulting in dangerously low blood sugar levels. The jury has heard from medical experts who examined the medical records and concluded that the nutrient bags were contaminated with insulin. Letby denies all the charges.

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