A British Nurse Was Found Guilty of Killing Seven Babies. Did She Do It?
New YorkerMAY 3 2024
Expert Panel Challenges Lucy Letby Murder Convictions
Above: Dr Shoo Lee attends a press conference to present new evidence regarding the safety of the convictions of former nurse, Lucy Letby, on Feb. 4, 2025 in London, England. Image copyright: Leon Neal/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
The convictions were based on solid evidence examined by two separate juries. The pattern of deaths and collapses was unprecedented, and Letby was the only constant presence during these incidents. Multiple medical experts supported the prosecution's case, and the evidence has withstood scrutiny through multiple appeal attempts.
Establishment-critical narrative
The medical evidence used to convict Lucy Letby was fundamentally flawed and misinterpreted. The deaths were most likely caused by natural causes or poor medical care, and there is no evidence supporting deliberate harm in any of the 17 cases reviewed. The hospital unit was understaffed and had serious systemic issues contributing to the tragedy.