John McGowan-Fazakerley, 32, was sentenced to 25 years in prison at Preston Crown Court this week after being found guilty of multiple offences, including allowing the death of a baby in Preston, child sexual assault, and child cruelty.
The verdict followed an eight-week trial in Lancashire, which uncovered a sustained period of abuse leading to the infant’s death.
Lengthy Prison Term
McGowan-Fazakerley received a 25-year sentence after the court ruled he was responsible for serious and prolonged abuse resulting in the baby’s death.
Co-defendant Gets Whole-life Order
Jamie Varley, 37, a teacher, was handed a rare whole-life sentence for murder and convicted of multiple sexual and physical abuse charges connected to the case.
Eight-week Preston Trial
The detailed trial revealed the shocking extent of the cruelty inflicted on the infant over months. Proceedings concluded on Thursday with both men being handed severe sentences.
Originally published by UKNIP.
