What does Thomas Morgan deny?

Thomas Morgan denies murdering five-month-old Jensen-Lee Dougal and three counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

What does Thomas Morgan claim happened to Jensen-Lee Dougal?

Thomas Morgan claims he found Jensen-Lee unresponsive, believed the baby was choking on vomit, and panicked while trying to save him.

When did Jensen-Lee Dougal die?

Jensen-Lee Dougal died on March 31, 2024, after life-support in hospital was removed.

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Man Claims Baby Choked on Vomit During Fatal Incident

6 Feb

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Summary

Accused denies murdering partner's five-month-old baby.
He claims he tried to save the child fearing he was choking.
The baby died after life support was removed in hospital.

Man Claims Baby Choked on Vomit During Fatal Incident

Thomas Morgan, a 29-year-old man from Swansea, is on trial, denying the murder of his partner's five-month-old baby, Jensen-Lee Dougal. Morgan claims he attempted to save the infant, stating he believed Jensen-Lee was choking on vomit on March 30, 2024.

He told the court he discovered the baby unresponsive and, in a panic, shook him to elicit a reaction and attempted CPR. Jensen-Lee later died on March 31, 2024, after life-support measures were withdrawn at the hospital.

Morgan also faces three charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, alleged to have occurred between January and March 2024. He asserts that his actions were not intended to cause harm and that he was in a state of panic, refuting claims of rage or intent to injure.