Kianty and Conor Simpson, from Lincolnshire, are still awaiting an inquest into the death of their newborn baby Jacob, who died four days after birth in 2022. The family's ordeal began when Jacob was born at Glangwli Hospital in Carmarthen, Wales, with a catastrophic lack of oxygen to his brain. Despite being resuscitated, Jacob's condition deteriorated, and he was transferred to Singleton Hospital in Swansea, where he died.
The couple has been left without answers or closure, struggling to move forward with their lives. They have instructed solicitors to help with their case, but the investigation was halted by Hywel Dda University Health Board in June 2024. The family is now awaiting an inquest, but the delay has caused them immense distress.
Conor Simpson has spoken out about the traumatic experience, saying it was like 'having to take a baby seat out of your car' and 'take the 'baby on board' sign off the back before driving home'. The family is calling for answers and justice for their son's death.
The coroner for Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire has apologised to the family for the delay and assured them that Jacob's case is now a 'priority'. However, the family remains frustrated and disappointed by the lack of progress in the investigation.