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Lucy Letby Inquiry Reveals Nurse's Distress Over 'Angel of Death' Label

The inquiry into Lucy Letby's crimes uncovers her concerns about harming babies and the impact of derogatory labels by colleagues.

  • Lucy Letby expressed worry in 2017 about potentially harming babies, as revealed in an email to an occupational health nurse.
  • The inquiry heard that Letby was distressed by being referred to as 'angel of death' and 'murderer' by doctors.
  • Letby was removed from the neonatal unit in 2016 amid suspicions of harming patients, leading to her eventual conviction for multiple infant murders.
  • Hospital management initially upheld Letby's grievance over her removal, citing lack of evidence for deliberate harm.
  • Despite her distress and grievance, consultants continued to voice concerns, preventing Letby's return to the neonatal unit.
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