After a highly publicized trial, the acquittal of a couple charged with the death of their 13-month-old daughter, Baby Ocean, has been appealed by the Crown.
The case, which has captured the attention of the nation, centers around the death of Baby Ocean in 2017. The infant was found unresponsive in her crib and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The parents, who cannot be named due to a publication ban, were charged with criminal negligence causing death.
However, in a shocking turn of events, the couple was acquitted by a jury in March of this year. The decision sparked outrage and disbelief among the public, with many questioning how such a verdict could be reached.
Now, the Crown has filed an appeal, arguing that the judge in the case made several errors in instructing the jury. The appeal also states that the judge failed to properly consider the evidence presented by the Crown.
During the trial, the Crown argued that the parents were responsible for Baby Ocean’s death due to their neglect and failure to seek medical attention for her. The defense, on the other hand, maintained that the infant’s death was a tragic accident and that the parents had done everything in their power to care for her.
The appeal will be heard by the Court of Appeal for Ontario, and a date has yet to be set for the proceedings. If the appeal is successful, the case will be sent back for a new trial.
In the meantime, the parents remain free on bail and are reportedly relieved that the appeal has been filed. Their lawyer has stated that they are confident in the justice system and are hopeful for a fair outcome.
The tragic death of Baby Ocean has sparked a national conversation about the responsibility of parents in caring for their children and the role of the justice system in cases of child neglect. The outcome of this appeal will undoubtedly have a significant impact on these discussions and the future of similar cases.
