told the Associated Press, per ABC. “This was before people were that aware.
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The family of a young girl left with life-threatening brain injuries after being deliberately shaken have blasted court delays as the man responsible was finally brought to justice.
Jack Hunt, 27, is starting a 27-month term in prison after admitting causing grievous bodily harm without intent to the girl, who cannot be named for legal reasons.
The child was rushed to hospital after Hunt reported her as 'unresponsive and floppy'. It was discovered she had traumatic brain injuries, including bleeding on the brain.
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Consultant paediatrician Dr Sarah Dixon concluded the child's injuries were consistent with 'abusive head trauma by shaking', Minshull Street Crown Court heard.
Standing in the witness box, a family member of the girl, who has physically recovered, blasted delays in the judicial system.
They added: “It’s difficult to find the words that can explain the impact the single act of violence had on destroying our family’s life. She was innocent in every way. It’s horrifying to think because of the serious brain injury she required resuscitation to keep her alive.
“Having to visit the baby daily for five weeks was soul destroying. For weeks we did not know if she would survive. She had to undergo numerous tests, which was devastating for her.”
The family member said they could not be sure if there is long-lasting cognitive damage and thanked medical staff for the ‘excellent’ care the child received.
Addressing the length of time it took the case to reach court, the family member said: “It has been... years of ongoing trauma and distress due to Jack Hunt being unwilling to say what happened or have the courage to admit
told the Associated Press, per ABC. “This was before people were that aware.
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