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Trial Underway for Father Accused of Murdering Son

4/21/2026

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Jamie Varley is on trial for the murder of his adopted son, Preston Davey, who died in July 2023.
Prosecutors claim Varley sexually assaulted the 13-month-old, resulting in death by smothering, with the child suffering 40 injuries over four months.
Varley's partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, faces charges for failing to protect Preston.
Evidence indicates Varley recorded videos of the abuse and neglected to seek medical help for the child.
Both men deny the charges, and the trial is ongoing at Preston Crown Court in Blackpool, England.

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Story summary

Jamie Varley is on trial for the murder of his adopted son, Preston Davey, who died in July 2023.
Prosecutors claim Varley sexually assaulted the 13-month-old, resulting in death by smothering, with the child suffering 40 injuries over four months.
Varley's partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, faces charges for failing to protect Preston.
Evidence indicates Varley recorded videos of the abuse and neglected to seek medical help for the child.
Both men deny the charges, and the trial is ongoing at Preston Crown Court in Blackpool, England.