Janice Nix, 67, has been found guilty of the manslaughter of five-year-old Andrea Bernard, who died after being punished with a scalding hot bath in Thornton Heath, south London, in 1978. The verdict was delivered at Isleworth Crown Court.
Details of the Case
The court heard that Nix, the girl's stepmother, subjected Andrea to the scalding bath as a form of punishment. The young victim reportedly cried out, "It's too hot, mummy," before succumbing to her injuries. The incident occurred at the family home in Thornton Heath.
Legal Proceedings
The trial revealed that Nix had inflicted severe burns on Andrea, leading to her death. After a lengthy deliberation, the jury found Nix guilty of manslaughter. Sentencing is expected to take place at a later date.
This case, which dates back over four decades, has been reopened and brought to justice, providing a measure of closure for the victim's family.
