Kayleigh Driver, a mother convicted in the death of her four-week-old son Ollie Davis, was seen on video lying to Leicestershire Police detectives about the cause of her son’s injuries. The baby sustained multiple broken bones, including 23 broken ribs and a snapped neck, which ultimately led to his death. In the video, Driver appears indifferent and even yawns as she denies knowledge of how Ollie got his injuries. The detectives questioned her and her partner Michael Davis about the injuries, with Driver providing evasive answers, claiming she couldn’t recall how Ollie got his broken bones.
Michael Davis, the father of baby Ollie, was sentenced to a minimum of 22 years for the murder of his son and two counts of grievous bodily harm. The judge noted that Davis had inflicted devastating injuries on Ollie over four separate violent episodes, leading to the fatal spinal injury that caused his death. The judge condemned Davis for his brutal and callous treatment of the baby, showing a callous indifference to his suffering. Ollie’s family expressed their grief and heartbreak over the loss of the “perfect” and “beautiful” baby, emphasizing the pain inflicted on them by the lies and deceit surrounding the case.
Kayleigh Driver, on the other hand, was sentenced to seven years after being found guilty of allowing her son’s death. The jury cleared her of murder but convicted her of failing to protect Ollie from the abuse inflicted by Davis. She was seen on video lying to police detectives, showing a lack of remorse or concern for her son’s injuries. The judge expressed disbelief at Driver’s claims that she knew nothing about the abuse, stating that she must have heard Ollie’s cries after the assaults, as they shared a bedroom. Driver’s denial of knowledge or involvement in the abuse contradicted the evidence presented in court, leading to her conviction in the case.
Following the sentencing of both parents, Ollie’s family and the NSPCC spoke out about the tragic death of the baby. The family expressed their deep grief and sorrow over the loss of Ollie, describing him as a perfect baby who will forever live on in their hearts. The NSPCC condemned the violence inflicted on Ollie by his father and the failure of his mother to protect him. They emphasized the vulnerability of babies and the need for adults to provide care and protection. The local authority conducted a safeguarding review to learn lessons from the case and improve child protection measures.
The video of Kayleigh Driver lying to police detectives highlights the chilling nature of her indifference and dishonesty in the face of her son’s tragic death. The case sheds light on the devastating impact of child abuse and the importance of early intervention and protection for vulnerable children. The sentences handed down to Michael Davis and Kayleigh Driver serve as a reminder of the consequences of failing to protect innocent lives. Ollie’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of his family, who are still grappling with the pain and heartache caused by his untimely death.
