Murdered Preston Davey's biological dad tells of anguish at vigil (opens original article in a new tab)

A candlelit vigil is taking place for Preston Davey, a 13-month-old boy murdered by his adoptive father in July 2023. His adoptive father and partner were found guilty of multiple charges related to his death. The vigil is held on what would have been Preston's fourth birthday.

• A candlelit vigil is being held for Preston Davey, a 13-month-old boy murdered by his adoptive father in July 2023.
• Preston's adoptive father, Jamie Varley, and his partner John McGowan-Fazakerley were found guilty of sexual assault, child cruelty, and allowing the death of a child.
• Preston was placed in foster care as an infant and later adopted by Varley and McGowan-Fazakerley in April 2023, before his death.