Ashley McGovern abandoned a boy in woods, leading to his severe injuries; she pleaded guilty to neglect.

Ashley McGovern, 31, abandoned a nine-year-old boy in woods near East Lothian, Scotland, and falsely reported him missing. The boy was found 24 hours later with brain injuries, a suspected ankle fracture, and signs of cocaine and alcohol in his system. McGovern pleaded guilty to wilfully neglecting the boy, causing severe injuries and potential permanent impairments, and will be sentenced soon.

November 19, 2024
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