Father Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter

Gareth Stark, 38, from Stafford, has admitted manslaughter following the death of his three-month-old baby son, Leon Stark. The chilling guilty plea came at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday, 12 January.

Stark also pleaded guilty to battery in connection with the case.

Tragic Death of Baby Leon

Little Leon was rushed to hospital on 12 October 2023 after falling seriously ill at their Stafford home. Despite medical efforts, baby Leon passed away on 20 October 2023.

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