R v Fartun Jamal (2022)

Ben FitzGerald acted for the prosecution in the case of Fartun Jamal, who was charged with causing the death of her infant daughter by neglect and further offences of child cruelty concerning both her children.

Ben secured, presented and cross-examined upon detailed scientific evidence concerning cause of death and the prospects of survival should medical aid have been provided, ultimately establishing that neglect resulted in the child’s death and leading to conviction.

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