Methadone death parents guilty
The parents of a Derbyshire toddler who died after drinking his mother's methadone from a beaker are found guilty of manslaughter
18 January 2013
Last updated at 12:12 GMT
Riley Pettipierre was pronounced dead in hospital
Two-year-old Riley Pettipierre died in March 2012 after drinking Ms Dent's prescription methadone which had been poured into a child's drinking beaker.
The pair were remanded into custody to be sentenced at a later date.
'Fatal dose' During the trial, the court heard the cup of methadone was left on some bedroom drawers in "easy reach" of Ms Dent, who had a history of drug use going back many years and was prescribed the drug to try to rid her of the habit.
The prosecution said leaving the methadone in a child's beaker where Riley could easily reach it amounted to "grave negligence" as the child would have thought it was juice.
Sally Dent had a long history of drug use, the court heard
When paramedics arrived at the family home on 13 March, they
found Riley lifeless. His heart had stopped beating and his lips were
blue, the court heard.
He was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arriving.
A post-mortem examination showed Riley had a fatal amount of methadone in his blood, stomach and urine.
He is believed to have consumed between 10 and 20ml of methadone.
The couple originally told police Riley must have climbed on top of a wardrobe in the bedroom where the methadone was usually stored in a locked, wooden box.
'Culture of neglect' The court was told that police found evidence of heroin and cannabis hidden around the house and scientific tests showed traces of both drugs in strands of Riley's hair.
Prosecution barrister Yvonne Coen QC, said it was highly likely Riley had consumed heroin and cocaine in the months leading up to his death.
She said: "Far from being a tragic one-off, it would seem there was something of a culture of neglect in this household concerning drugs.
"It can't be said either parent deliberately gave them to Riley, but he did come into contact with a cocktail of potentially lethal drugs. It was an obvious risk with very grave consequences."
Pochettino, 40, will take charge against Everton on Monday.
The Argentine left Spanish side Espanyol in November and will lead training on Saturday for the first time.
Southampton chairman Nicola Cortese said in a statement : "This decision has been made with the long-term ambitions of Southampton Football Club in mind.
Pochettino played for Espanyol and Paris Saint-Germain as a defender during his career, and won 20 caps for Argentina, fouling Michael Owen at the 2002 World Cup to give England a penalty which was converted by David Beckham.
Pochettino said: "This is the kind of opportunity that any coach would relish. Southampton is a club with great heritage, and an even more exciting future.
"There is a clear vision to take the club to a new era of sustained success in the Premier League, and beyond, which I'm delighted to be part of."
Pochettino took charge of Espanyol at the age of 36 in January 2009, and managed a best finish of eighth in La Liga in 2010-11.
He left the club by mutual consent at the end of November 2012, with an overall record of 49 wins from 146 league matches.
Southampton had a tough start to life back in the top flight this season, taking only five points from their opening 11 games, but Adkins had steered the club out of the relegation places with a run of only two defeats in the last 12 league matches.
Adkins twice broke the club's transfer record last summer, first by signing striker Jay Rodriguez from Burnley for a reported fee of £7m, and then by signing Gaston Ramirez.
Methadone beaker parents guilty of manslaughter
Riley Pettipierre was pronounced dead in hospital
The parents of a toddler who died after drinking methadone have been found guilty of his manslaughter.
Shaun Binfield, 45, and Sally Dent, 33, of Belper,
Derbyshire, had both denied the charges and were convicted after a trial
at Nottingham Crown Court.Two-year-old Riley Pettipierre died in March 2012 after drinking Ms Dent's prescription methadone which had been poured into a child's drinking beaker.
The pair were remanded into custody to be sentenced at a later date.
'Fatal dose' During the trial, the court heard the cup of methadone was left on some bedroom drawers in "easy reach" of Ms Dent, who had a history of drug use going back many years and was prescribed the drug to try to rid her of the habit.
The prosecution said leaving the methadone in a child's beaker where Riley could easily reach it amounted to "grave negligence" as the child would have thought it was juice.
Sally Dent had a long history of drug use, the court heard
He was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead shortly after arriving.
A post-mortem examination showed Riley had a fatal amount of methadone in his blood, stomach and urine.
He is believed to have consumed between 10 and 20ml of methadone.
The couple originally told police Riley must have climbed on top of a wardrobe in the bedroom where the methadone was usually stored in a locked, wooden box.
'Culture of neglect' The court was told that police found evidence of heroin and cannabis hidden around the house and scientific tests showed traces of both drugs in strands of Riley's hair.
Prosecution barrister Yvonne Coen QC, said it was highly likely Riley had consumed heroin and cocaine in the months leading up to his death.
She said: "Far from being a tragic one-off, it would seem there was something of a culture of neglect in this household concerning drugs.
"It can't be said either parent deliberately gave them to Riley, but he did come into contact with a cocktail of potentially lethal drugs. It was an obvious risk with very grave consequences."
Adkins sacked as Southampton boss
Southampton: Nigel Adkins sacked, Mauricio Pochettino in
Southampton have sacked manager Nigel Adkins after two-and-a-half
years in charge and appointed Argentine Mauricio Pochettino as manager.
Who is Mauricio Pochettino?
- Centre-half who played for Espanyol and PSG
- Won 20 caps or Argentina
- Fouled Michael Owen to give England penalty at 2002 World Cup
- Managed Espanyol between 2009 and November 2012
- Won 49 of 146 league matches at Espanyol
The Saints
came from 2-0 down to draw with Chelsea on Wednesday
and are currently three points clear of the relegation zone.
Adkins, 47, took the club from League One to the Premier League with successive promotions.
Pochettino, 40, will take charge against Everton on Monday.
The Argentine left Spanish side Espanyol in November and will lead training on Saturday for the first time.
Southampton chairman Nicola Cortese said in a statement : "This decision has been made with the long-term ambitions of Southampton Football Club in mind.
Adkins' Southampton record
- Played: 124
- Won: 67
- Drawn: 25
- Lost: 32
"Whilst we acknowledge the
contribution Nigel has made during the past two years, for the club to
progress and achieve our long-term targets a change was needed.
"Mauricio is a well-respected coach of substantial
quality who has gained a reputation as an astute tactician and excellent
man manager. I have every confidence that he will inspire our talented
squad of players to perform at the highest possible level."
Pochettino played for Espanyol and Paris Saint-Germain as a defender during his career, and won 20 caps for Argentina, fouling Michael Owen at the 2002 World Cup to give England a penalty which was converted by David Beckham.
Pochettino said: "This is the kind of opportunity that any coach would relish. Southampton is a club with great heritage, and an even more exciting future.
"There is a clear vision to take the club to a new era of sustained success in the Premier League, and beyond, which I'm delighted to be part of."
Pochettino took charge of Espanyol at the age of 36 in January 2009, and managed a best finish of eighth in La Liga in 2010-11.
He left the club by mutual consent at the end of November 2012, with an overall record of 49 wins from 146 league matches.
Southampton had a tough start to life back in the top flight this season, taking only five points from their opening 11 games, but Adkins had steered the club out of the relegation places with a run of only two defeats in the last 12 league matches.
Adkins twice broke the club's transfer record last summer, first by signing striker Jay Rodriguez from Burnley for a reported fee of £7m, and then by signing Gaston Ramirez.
Gleision mine deaths man charged
18 January 2013
Last updated at 12:16 GMT
The four men died when the mine flooded on 15 September 2011
Mine manager Malcolm Fyfield has been charged with four counts of gross negligence manslaughter.
The 57-year-old will appear at Neath Magistrates Court on 1 February.
The company which owns the colliery, MNS Mining Ltd, has been summonsed for four counts of corporate manslaughter and will also appear at court.
Their families and community leaders were updated with news of the charges earlier on Friday
Det Chf Inspector Dorian Lloyd, of the South Wales Police specialist crime investigations team, said the aim of the investigation was to establish a full understanding of the events that led to "such devastating loss of life".
"Upon completion of the investigation and following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, the mine manager, Malcolm Fyfield has today been charged with four counts of gross negligence manslaughter," he said.
"In addition, a prosecution for four offences of corporate manslaughter against the owners of the mine, MNS Mining Ltd, is proceeding.
"I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to all members of the local community for their continued support and understanding throughout this process.
"In particular I would personally like to thank the families involved for their unwavering patience and courage and request that their privacy is respected at this very difficult time."
More to follow.COPY http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/
Man charged over Gleision colliery disaster mine deaths
The four men died when the mine flooded on 15 September 2011
Police have charged a man with manslaughter as they investigate the deaths of four miners in the Gleision colliery disaster.
David Powell, 50, Charles Breslin, 62, Philip Hill, 44, and
Garry Jenkins, 39, died in the Swansea Valley mine on 15 September 2011.Mine manager Malcolm Fyfield has been charged with four counts of gross negligence manslaughter.
The 57-year-old will appear at Neath Magistrates Court on 1 February.
The company which owns the colliery, MNS Mining Ltd, has been summonsed for four counts of corporate manslaughter and will also appear at court.
Their families and community leaders were updated with news of the charges earlier on Friday
Det Chf Inspector Dorian Lloyd, of the South Wales Police specialist crime investigations team, said the aim of the investigation was to establish a full understanding of the events that led to "such devastating loss of life".
"Upon completion of the investigation and following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, the mine manager, Malcolm Fyfield has today been charged with four counts of gross negligence manslaughter," he said.
"In addition, a prosecution for four offences of corporate manslaughter against the owners of the mine, MNS Mining Ltd, is proceeding.
"I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to all members of the local community for their continued support and understanding throughout this process.
"In particular I would personally like to thank the families involved for their unwavering patience and courage and request that their privacy is respected at this very difficult time."
More to follow.COPY http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/
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