US EditionMan charged with murder and assault of baby boy
- Jamie Varley, 36, and John McGowan-Fazakerley, 31, both from Grimsargh, appeared at Lancaster Magistrates' Court on June 13 charged in the death of 13-month-old Preston Davey in Blackpool.
- Following a thorough police inquiry, charges were brought after Preston was admitted unresponsive to a hospital in Blackpool on July 27, 2023, and was shortly thereafter declared dead.
- Varley faces murder and multiple sexual and child cruelty offences including assault by penetration and indecent image charges, while McGowan-Fazakerley faces charges of allowing the child’s death, sexual offences, and cruelty.
- Chief Crown Prosecutor Suzanne Llewellyn stated the prosecution was authorized after CPS and Lancashire Police reviewed the evidence, emphasizing the defendants' right to a fair trial and the need to avoid prejudicial reporting.
- Both men were remanded in custody awaiting further court appearances, and all charges relate to Preston Davey, highlighting the seriousness of the legal process ahead.
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