Top doctor who helped convict Lucy Letby hopes to become a priest

Dr. John Gibbs, a prominent consultant who played a key role in the conviction of serial baby killer Lucy Letby, is pursuing a new career path as a priest in the Church of England. Dr. Gibbs was among the first senior doctors to voice concerns about Letby and called for her removal from the Countess of Chester hospital after a series of unexplained infant deaths. He provided evidence during Letby's trial and a subsequent public inquiry, where he expressed regret for not acting sooner to prevent the tragedies. Gibbs began studying theology after his retirement from medicine. His decision to become a priest has drawn criticism from supporters of Lucy Letby, who question the evidence he presented that contributed to her conviction for murder and attempted murder. These critics, including statistician Professor Richard Gill who advocates for Letby's release, find his career change surprising, viewing it as a "U-turn" that "beggars belief." Meanwhile, Letby's legal team continues to present new evidence to the Criminal Cases Revie... download the app to read more