British Nurse’s Parents Reject Watching Netflix Documentary on Her Infant Killings
The parents of British nurse Lucy Letby have publicly stated their decision to avoid the upcoming Netflix documentary titled “The Investigation of Lucy Letby.” This documentary is set to premiere on February 4, 2024. It focuses on Letby, who was convicted of murdering seven infants and attempting to kill seven others. She is currently serving a sentence of 15 life terms in prison.
Parents’ Concerns About the Documentary
In a statement to The Sunday Times, Susan and John Letby expressed their distress regarding the documentary. They mentioned that previous programs about their daughter, including features from Panorama, had already been traumatic. They find the Netflix documentary particularly distressing due to its nature and content.
- The documentary will include previously unreleased footage.
- Letby’s parents stated that earlier footage showcased her arrest in their home, which they found heartbreaking.
- They have referred to the documentary’s content as a severe invasion of privacy.
Specific Footage Concerns
The Letbys highlighted their unease with the documentary utilizing footage from their residence. They noted that they were not aware of the documentary’s intention to incorporate such personal material, indicating a lack of consent or prior knowledge. The parents emphasized the emotional toll this could cause them, stating, “It would likely kill us if we did” choose to watch it.
Overview of Legal Background
Lucy Letby was charged in November 2020. The charges relate to incidents that occurred between June 2015 and June 2016. In August 2023, a jury found her guilty on seven counts of murder and seven counts of attempted murder. She was acquitted of two counts of attempted murder, with the jury deadlocked on six additional counts, leaving her conviction status unresolved in those instances.
Impact on the Family
The Letby family has expressed deep emotional distress due to the events surrounding Lucy’s trial and subsequent conviction. The parents have resided in their small town for 40 years and feel that the documentary’s content adds to their grief. They maintain that they had no prior knowledge of the extent of the footage or its implications for their family.
The response from Netflix regarding the documentary remains unaddressed as of now. Lucy Letby’s conviction has sparked significant media attention, and this documentary’s release is poised to heighten that interest further.
