UK Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Toddler; Mother Jailed for Neglect

A 24-year-old man killed his partner's two-year-old daughter, while the mother allowed the abuse to continue, leading to their convictions in Ipswich court.

The man inflicted fatal injuries on the toddler, including multiple bone fractures, and was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 26 years.
The child's mother, also 24, received a 10-year prison sentence for failing to prevent the abuse and prioritizing her relationship with the perpetrator over her child's safety.
The toddler's body was discovered in June 2023 in a stroller inside a locked bathroom at temporary accommodation, days after her death.
An autopsy revealed the child had suffered extensive physical abuse and had traces of cocaine and cannabis in her system.
The judge condemned the mother for her inaction, describing her as 'weak and spineless,' and noted the child's life had been stable and healthy before the mother began her relationship with the killer.