A 66-year-old woman named Janice Nix has been charged with manslaughter over the 1978 death of five-year-old Andrea Bernard in Thornton Heath, south London. Andrea succumbed to serious injuries on July 13, 1978, after the incident on June 6. The Metropolitan Police launched an investigation following a report made in September 2022, revealing that Ms. Nix, currently residing in Clapham, was known to the victim. In addition to manslaughter, she faces charges of child cruelty related to another child, adding further complexity to the case. Nix is to appear in court soon.
Janice Nix, a 66-year-old woman, has been charged with manslaughter for the 1978 death of five-year-old Andrea Bernard, following a long investigation.
The Metropolitan Police revealed a report made in September 2022 led to the investigation and charges against Nix, who was known to the victim.
Nix is also charged with child cruelty concerning another child, highlighting potential ongoing concerns about her conduct with minors.
The case highlights a decades-long pursuit of justice for Andrea Bernard, who suffered severe injuries in an assault before her death in 1978.
Collection
[
|
...
]