Mother and father Shannon Marsden and Stephen Boden have been convicted at Derby Crown Court of the Christmas Day murder of their baby son Finley Boden after burning and beating him in the days before his death
The death occurred in the winter of the 2020 Covid lockdown, 39 days after he was placed back into their care.
Prosecutor Mary Prior KC described how 10-month-old Finley had suffered a catalogue of “appalling” injuries, including 71 bruises over his body and 57 fractures, many inflicted in the short period before his fatal collapse.
The trial judge Mrs Justice Tipples choked back tears as she thanked the jury for its “extremely impressive” conduct through proceedings, and excused members from further jury service for life.
“I would like to thank you for your dedication, commitment and patience in carrying out this extremely important public service”, she said.
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