TODDLER MURDER Southampton: Man Charged Over Toddler Jayla-Jean’s Tragic Death Appears in Court

Adrian Lawton, 31, accused of murdering 17-month-old Jayla-Jean McLaren, faced Portsmouth Crown Court today. Lawton,...

Peter Norman

Published: 7:00 pm February 12, 2026

Updated: 2:52 am February 23, 2026

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Adrian Lawton, 31, accused of murdering 17-month-old Jayla-Jean McLaren, faced Portsmouth Crown Court today. Lawton, currently homeless but formerly from Dairy Crest Drive, Newport, spoke only to confirm his name before Judge Bowes KC.

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He stands charged with murder and causing or allowing the death of a child.

Toddler Rushed to Hospital After Horrific Injuries

It all began in the early hours of Friday, 1st August last year, when baby Jayla-Jean was rushed to St Mary’s Hospital with serious injuries. She was then airlifted to Southampton General Hospital for specialist care.

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