Registered Vet Charged With Child Cruelty After Suspected Poisoning at Leicestershire Summer Camp
Overview
“This has been an extremely upsetting and shocking moment for the community, and especially for the children and parents most directly affected.
Jonathon Ruben will be charged with three offences of wilful ill treatment of a child. This decision has been made after reviewing a file of evidence from Leicestershire Police.”
The Leicestershire Police has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) after acknowledging that officers received a report about the children falling ill on Sunday but did not attend the camp until Monday.
The IOPC confirmed on Tuesday, 29 July, that a conduct referral had been received and that an investigation is underway.
Eyewitness Accounts:
Witnesses described scenes of chaos at the camp, with “distressed children in tears” and parents pleading with officers for access to their children. A nearby resident said:
“It was pretty chaotic, with emergency workers running around everywhere. It’s like every parent’s worst nightmare.”
Police continue to investigate the full circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities are reminding the public that active criminal proceedings are underway and to avoid speculation or commentary that could prejudice the case.
