Baby serial killer Lucy Letby has sparked outrage after it was revealed that she offered tips on how to get away with murder to a colleague. The shocking revelation came to light during the public inquiry into Letby’s heinous crimes. The inquiry heard that Letby engaged in a WhatsApp exchange with her colleague Hayley Griffiths in 2017, where they discussed the US TV legal drama “How to Get Away with Murder”.
This disturbing conversation occurred a year after Letby was moved to clerical duties at the Countess of Chester Hospital following concerns raised by consultants that she may be intentionally harming babies. The conversation took place a year before Letby was first arrested by Cheshire Police on suspicion of multiple murders. In the messages, Griffiths mentioned watching the TV show and learning some “good tips” to get away with murder. Letby responded by suggesting she could provide tips and even offered to help cover up a crime.
The exchange between the two colleagues took a dark turn when Griffiths mentioned needing someone to practice on to see if she could get away with it. Letby suggested two people as potential targets and offered to assist in covering up the crimes. The fact that such conversations took place between healthcare professionals is deeply troubling.
During the inquiry, Griffiths confirmed that by September 2016, she was aware of the concerns regarding Letby’s actions and the suspicions of foul play. When questioned about the seriousness of the allegations and the impact on the victims’ families, Griffiths expressed remorse and acknowledged the insensitivity of the conversation.
The inquiry also revealed a statement from Letby’s parents, John and Susan, expressing shock and disbelief at the allegations made against their daughter. They highlighted the toll the accusations took on Letby’s well-being and their concern for her mental health. Letby, 34, from Hereford, was convicted of murdering seven infants and attempting to murder seven others, leading to her serving 15 whole-life orders.
The public inquiry is ongoing and is expected to continue until early 2025, with findings set to be published by late autumn of that year. The disturbing revelations from the inquiry shed light on the extent of Letby’s actions and the impact they had on her colleagues and the victims’ families. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and accountability in healthcare settings to prevent such tragedies from happening again.