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Sophie Doughty

Murdered Lee Irving's mum fighting to get his inquest reopened

The mum of murdered Lee Irving has launched a fight to get his inquest reopened.

The 24-year-old, who suffered from profound learning difficulties, was killed by evil bully James Wheatley after being subjected to horrific violence and abuse at the murderer's Newcastle home.

Lee's mum Bev has always believed opportunities to keep Lee safe were missed because his vulnerabilities were not recognised and he was treated as an adult when he had the mental capacity of a child.

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