UK teacher found guilty of murder, sexual abuse of baby (opens original article in a new tab)

A UK teacher was found guilty of murdering and sexually abusing a 13-month-old baby he adopted, with his partner also convicted of related charges. The child suffered 40 traumatic injuries and was subjected to abuse and indecent acts.

• UK teacher Jamie Varley found guilty of murder and sexual abuse of adopted baby Preston Davey
• Varley and partner John McGowan-Fazakerley faced 29 charges including assault, cruelty, and indecent image distribution
• Preston suffered 40 traumatic injuries and was treated as a 'plaything' in their care