'Catastrophic': cause of toddler's brain injury probed
Aaron John McLeod, 40, faces trial for allegedly murdering his former partner's two-year-old son, who suffered catastrophic brain injuries in May 2022. Pediatrician Mary Passmore testified that the boy's injuries were inconsistent with an accidental fall, stating, 'I would be surprised' if he could play and eat normally with such severe trauma. The trial continues in NSW Supreme Court.
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Published 01 Jul 2026, 05:10 UTC · Updated 01 Jul 2026, 05:20 UTC
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