Constance Marten has declined to continue her cross-examination in her trial related to the death of her infant daughter, Victoria. The prosecution claims that Victoria died from hypothermia or smothering while her parents were living off-grid to avoid authorities. Marten has publicly criticized prosecutor Joel Smith's questioning style, branding it as diabolical and dehumanizing. She, along with her partner Mark Gordon, denies charges of gross negligence manslaughter. Victoria's remains were later found in a shopping bag, raising serious questions about the circumstances of her death.
During the trial at Old Bailey, Constance Marten chose to stop her cross-examination by prosecutor Joel Smith, who faced backlash over his questioning approach.
Marten and her partner Gordon are accused of gross negligence manslaughter after the death of their newborn Victoria, whose remains were discovered in a shopping bag.
Marten criticized prosecutor Smith as "diabolical" and "heartless" during her cross-examination, expressing frustration over her treatment and the way he questioned her.
The prosecution alleges that the infant died from hypothermia or was smothered while co-sleeping in a tent, as the couple evaded authorities.
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