Mum Charged with Murder of Baby Daughter in Leeds
Hayley MacFarlane, 39, appeared at Leeds Crown Court on Thursday charged with murdering her five-month-old daughter, Evelyn MacFarlane. The little girl tragically died in hospital on Wednesday, December 20.
Brief Court Hearing and Next Steps
At the quick hearing on December 28, MacFarlane, from Carrington Street, Barnsley, wore a large khaki coat and only nodded to confirm her name. She was remanded in custody and is due to return to court on January 25. Her trial has been scheduled to start on May 13.
Police Respond to Emergency Call at Park
West Yorkshire Police revealed a woman called at 5:44pm on December 20 reporting a baby in serious condition by the park junction of Clarendon Road and Moorland Road. Officers rushed to the scene and the five-month-old girl was rushed by ambulance to hospital, but sadly she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Community in Shock as Investigation Continues
The heartbreaking case has stunned the local area. Legal proceedings are ongoing as authorities dig deeper into what happened. More updates will follow as new details emerge.
