Nurse Lucy Letby accused of murdering seven babies breaks down as doctor gives evidence at trial

A NURSE accused of murdering seven babies broke down in tears yesterday as a doctor gave evidence at her trial.

Lucy Letby, who had been calm throughout the 16-week case, was led to cells to compose herself.

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She broke down as a paediatrician, who cannot legally be named, began to give evidence.

It was about Baby L — one of twins Letby is alleged to have injected with insulin at a Chester hospital.

Letby wiped tears away with tissues from a box and sipped some water at Manchester crown court.

Judge James Goss asked a defence solicitor to check on her.

A lawyer then spoke to her through a glass screen.

Letby, 33, of Hereford, denies murdering seven babies and attempting to kill ten.

Trial continues.