Constance Marten, a 36-year-old aristocrat, and her 49-year-old lover, Mark Gordon, are facing accusations of gross negligence manslaughter as they stand trial at the Old Bailey. The charges stem from the tragic death of their infant, Victoria, who died while the couple was on the run after losing custody of their previous four children.
The court heard that Marten and Gordon embarked on a reckless journey across the country to evade authorities and prevent Victoria from being taken into care like their previous children. Rather than seeking shelter for their newborn in the dead of winter, the couple spent their resources on taxis and transportation.
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