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flag A 5-week-old baby died after enduring over 40 rib fractures and severe trauma, leading to her parents’ convictions in a UK court.

flag A five-week-old infant, Darcy-Leigh Jefferson, died from a catastrophic brain injury after suffering over 40 rib fractures and leg injuries over 10 days, with the fatal trauma likely caused by violent shaking or impact. flag Her father, Sean Jefferson, 35, was convicted of murder and two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. flag Her mother, Amy Clark, 34, was found guilty of causing or allowing the death of a child and two counts of causing or allowing serious harm, though murder charges were dropped. flag The trial at Stafford Crown Court heard the baby, born prematurely, endured repeated abuse, with the final attack occurring on March 27, 2022. flag Both parents, who struggled with substance use and had a volatile relationship, did not testify. flag The jury returned unanimous verdicts after a seven-week trial, and sentencing was scheduled for a later date.

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