Overview

• Libby Vernon fabricated two pregnancies, including a fictional baby who she claimed died of SIDS, deceiving her partner and his family.
• She used fake documents, including a death certificate and NHS letter, and wore a fake pregnancy bump to sustain her elaborate lies.
• Her partner and his family prepared for the arrival of the non-existent children, leading to significant emotional harm when the truth was revealed.
• Vernon pleaded guilty to 10 charges related to sending false communications and was sentenced to six months in prison with a two-year restraining order.
• The court described her actions as sophisticated and intentional, emphasizing the serious harm caused to the victim and his family.