Jack Benham and Sian Hedges are accused of murdering 18-month-old Alfie Phillips during lockdown.
By Sara Smith & Tanya GuptaA toddler who died after an alleged attack by his mother and former partner had injuries "literally from head to toe", jurors have been told.
Alfie Phillips died on 28 November 2020 with multiple bruises and fractures, Maidstone Crown Court heard.Consultant forensic pathologist Dr Virginia Fitzpatrick-Swallow said Alfie had 70 visible injuries but the post-mortem revealed many others. Ms Hedges, 27, of Yelverton, Devon, and Mr Benham, 35, are accused of killing Alfie during lockdown in Benham's caravan in Hernhill, near Faversham.
The court heard Alfie had bruising to various parts of his body including the skull, ribcage and neck and several broken bones.Asked if all the damage could have been caused during one impact, she replied: "No."Jennifer Knight KC asked if the fractures would have been painful for an 18-month-old and Dr Fitzpatrick-Swallow replied: "Yes."
Asked if the injuries could have been accidental, she said no, and added: "There's evidence of significant and sustained assault.
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