Tony Bartlett, 38, is charged with the 2022 murder of his baby son in Devon. The event shook the local community and caused great sadness.
Bartlett, who is 38, went to court in Yeovil. This happened on Tuesday, February 4. They sent him to a Crown Court, and he appeared there on Wednesday, February 5.
Police arrested a young woman too. She was in her 20s. That arrest was in July 2022, but police will not take further action against her.
A detective superintendent spoke about the case. She said it is a really sad situation, as a young baby passed away tragically. He was only a few weeks old.
The police did a big investigation. Their Major Crime team led it for two years. This led to Bartlett’s charge and court appearance.
This is a sad time for Atticus’ family. Police are thinking of them now and will keep giving the family support. Please respect the family’s privacy.
Locals might feel shocked and upset. The local police team can help anyone worried.
The court will share the full story. Please be patient and don’t guess what happened. Guessing could upset Atticus’ family and affect the legal case too. It might even stop a fair trial.
