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Couple jailed after baby exposed to cocaine
28 Jul
Summary
- Couple admitted taking cocaine near 12-week-old baby.
- Baby found unconscious in A&E with cocaine traces.
- Father received two years, mother a suspended sentence.
A 12-week-old infant was admitted to A&E unconscious on May 27, 2025, leading to the sentencing of Kevin Fields, 29, and Ella Jones, 28. Doctors discovered cocaine traces in the baby's system, believed to be the cause of the collapse. Hospital staff noted the couple appeared unconcerned and potentially under the influence of drugs.
Fields and Jones left the hospital, stating they would be asleep if contacted. They were arrested on June 3, admitting to cocaine use in the baby's presence. The court heard the child had a similar episode days earlier, which went unreported.
Fields received a two-year prison sentence, while Jones was given a two-year suspended sentence, along with rehabilitation activities, mental health treatment, and unpaid work. Cheshire Police highlighted the recklessness of their actions and the potential for a fatal outcome, urging anyone with child welfare concerns to contact them.
