Lucy Letby retrial needed after ‘clear miscarriage of justice’, says David Davis
GuardianDEC 28 2024
UK: Conservative MP Calls for Retrial in Case of Convicted Baby Killer Lucy Letby
Above: Conservative MP David Davis pictured in London, UK, in 2019. Image copyright: Tolga Akmen/AFP/Contributor via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
There are a growing number of experts that have come forward to question how evidence was presented in Letby's case. While it could still be the case that she was guilty of these crimes, the conviction itself was unsound and for the sake of justice, requires a deeper examination.
Narrative B
With the first trial spanning over 10 months, this was Britain's longest ever legal case. The judge and jury poured over the evidence in great detail before reaching a verdict. To question the decision undermines the legal system and is a great insult to the families whose children were killed.