UK teacher sentenced to whole life for murder of adopted son
UK teacher Jamie Varley, 37, received a whole life order for the sexual abuse and murder of his adopted son, 13-month-old Preston Davey, on Thursday. Partner John McGowan-Fazakerley, 32, was sentenced to 25 years for their roles in the abuse. A safeguarding review has resumed after concerns emerged about missed opportunities to protect the child.
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Published 18 Jun 2026, 11:48 UTC · Updated 18 Jun 2026, 12:30 UTC
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