Cheshire Police expand investigation to include gross negligence
Cheshire Police have expanded their investigation into the Countess of Chester Hospital, where Lucy Letby worked, to include gross negligence manslaughter. This follows her conviction for multiple murders and attempted murders. The investigation now examines the actions of senior leadership regarding increased fatalities. Police have notified individuals identified as suspects but have not disclosed their identities or the number involved. The inquiry continues to focus on deaths and collapses of babies at the hospital and Liverpool Women’s Hospital from 2012 to 2016. Police emphasize the importance of maintaining the integrity of the investigation.