WARNING: This story details allegations of child abuse.
The trial of Ontario women Becky Hamber and Brandy Cooney for the first-degree murder of 12-year-old L.L. includes evidence presented by Sgt. Julie Powers, who outlined the couple’s neglect and abuse of L.L. and his brother J.L. Testimonies revealed a disturbing decline in L.L.’s well-being, including severe malnourishment and confinement, as evidenced by photos and videos collected by police. The defense claims the couple was attempting to care for the children despite challenges, while the Crown argues they engaged in abusive behavior.
