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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jane Kirby

Doctor on Lucy Letby ward says he should have gone to police with fears earlier

Lucy Letby in police cell after arrest - (Cheshire Constabulary)

A doctor who raised suspicions about Lucy Letby has said he should have gone to the police earlier about the baby murderer.

Dr Stephen Brearey, speaking for the first time since the publication of the Thirlwall Inquiry report into events at the Countess of Chester Hospital, said he was naive to believe hospital managers would act on his concerns.

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