Rachel Tunstill, a 32-year-old woman serving a life sentence for the murder of her newborn daughter, Mia Kelly, has been found dead in HMP Styal, Cheshire. The circumstances surrounding her death are currently under investigation by the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman.
Tunstill’s case had captivated the media and the public due to the shocking nature of the crime. In 2017, Tunstill, a psychology graduate and deputy manager, gave birth to Mia and, in a tragic turn of events, took her life just moments later. The details of the crime were particularly disturbing, with Tunstill using scissors to stab Mia multiple times before disposing of her body in a bin.
The case took several dramatic turns as new information came to light about Tunstill’s mental state and the circumstances surrounding the crime. Initially convicted of murder, the complexities of the case raised questions about the interplay between mental health, trauma, and the justice system. As the investigation into Tunstill’s death continues, many are left to ponder the tragic events that unfolded and the haunting legacy of this case.
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