Four-Week-Old Baby Found Dead in Cot After Father Snaps Son's Neck, Fractures 37 Bones

Four-week-old baby father murders infant Michael Davis Ollie's Death fractures child abuse

By E.Baloyo , Parent Herald Apr 11, 08:17 am

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Justice for a four-week-old baby that was brutally abused by his father has now been served.

The father, Michael Davis, 29, stands convicted of murdering his four-week-old son, inflicting fatal injuries including crushed ribs and a snapped neck, while the baby's mother neglected his suffering for over ten days, allowing him to perish in agonizing pain.

Their trial, spanning two months, culminated in their conviction after evidence revealed the tragic discovery of Ollie's lifeless body in his crib at Upper Temple Walk in Leicester on October 21, 2017, where he shared a bedroom with his parents.

Father Murders Infant Baby

In 2017, tragedy struck the Davis family in Beaumont Leys, Leicester, when four-week-old Ollie Davis was discovered unresponsive at home, revealing a harrowing tale of neglect and abuse.

Ollie had suffered a broken neck alongside numerous other injuries, a result of prolonged violence endured over a period of up to 10 days before his untimely passing.

During this distressing time, Ollie's mother, Kayleigh Driver, was found culpable for causing or permitting the death of a child and allowing a child to endure severe physical harm. She faced the consequences of her actions with a seven-year prison sentence, following a trial at Leicester Crown Court where the evidence painted a grim picture of Ollie's suffering.

Medical reports disclosed that Ollie bore 23 fractured ribs, skull fractures, a broken collarbone, both arm fractures, and fractures in all his limb joints prior to his demise. The fatal blow, a broken neck, took his life, reflecting the severity of the abuse he endured.

Leicestershire Police, supported by medical experts, unequivocally stated that these injuries were not accidental but instead the result of deliberate and severe physical abuse.

Ollie's tragic story stands as a stark reminder of the importance of safeguarding the vulnerable and ensuring justice for the innocent.

Delayed Sentencing for the Four-Week-Old Baby

A review of safeguarding practices revealed missed opportunities by social services to intervene early in Ollie's life, a tragic outcome exacerbated by parental neglect and abuse.

Davis's neglect, fueled by fatigue from late-night gaming binges, led to violent outbursts towards his infant son, Ollie.

During court proceedings, Driver's defense centered on her disabilities, particularly multiple sclerosis affecting her brain and nerves, which contributed to delays in sentencing. Her appearance in court on a mobility scooter highlighted the challenges posed by her condition.

Described as akin to injuries from a car crash, Ollie's extensive injuries were met with Davis's unemotional and remorseless demeanor during police interviews, where he claimed ignorance regarding the circumstances of his son's death.

Footage of Ollie's mother during police questioning further underscored the lack of accountability or concern, with her casual response contrasting starkly with the severity of the situation.

Davis received a life sentence with a minimum of 22 years for Ollie's murder, while Driver, described as having a mental age just over 11, was sentenced to seven years.

The delayed legal action, occurring four years after Ollie's passing, reflects the complexity of the case and the need for a thorough medical examination to establish the extent of the abuse suffered by the child.