Three babies could have been saved if police called sooner, Letby inquiry finds
- Posted on September 15, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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A public inquiry reveals critical failures in the police response to concerns about Lucy Letby, a neonatal nurse convicted of killing seven infants and attempting to harm seven others. The investigation concludes that earlier police intervention could have prevented at least three additional deaths. The findings highlight systemic delays in reporting and communication between medical staff and law enforcement, raising important questions about safeguarding protocols in healthcare settings and the need for improved inter-agency coordination.
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