Mother of 13-month-old Preston Davey haunted by ‘unimaginable pain’ of his murder: ‘I will carry for the rest of my life’ (opens original article in a new tab)

A 13-month-old boy was murdered by his adoptive parents, who were sentenced to life in prison for severe abuse and neglect, leaving his biological parents devastated.

• Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley received life sentences for murdering 13-month-old Preston Davey, who was adopted by them.
• Preston suffered 40 traumatic injuries, sexual abuse, and was photographed in indecent images while in the care of his adoptive parents.
• Preston's biological mother and father expressed deep grief and anger over his death, with the mother stating she will carry the pain for life.