A doctor described by some reporting as Lucy Letby’s “boyfriend” is named for the first time as reporting restrictions are lifted. Several outlets identify him as consultant Mark Deakin, stating he worked alongside Letby during the period she is convicted of murdering seven babies and attempting to murder others in 2015 and 2016.
The articles say Deakin worked at the Countess of Chester Hospital, where he and Letby were colleagues in the neonatal unit. They also report that Deakin later lost his job at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, with one account linking the dismissal to text messages he exchanged with Letby.
Outlets differ mainly in emphasis and wording. One report notes that Deakin “boyfriend” status is tied to an “infatuation” narrative in court material, while others focus on biographical details and the circumstances of his dismissal and death. Across the coverage, all identify the same person and link his alleged relationship with Letby to their shared work during the relevant period.
