Martin Ward Platt

Martin Peter Ward Platt (28 September 1954 – 27 July 2019) was a British neonatologist.[1][2]

He was an expert witness for the prosecution of Angela Cannings, whose conviction was later overturned.[3][4] He also gave evidence against Donna Anthony, whose conviction was later overturned.

He was due to be an expert witness at the Lucy Letby trial, but died before he could give evidence.

  1. ^ "Martin Peter Ward Platt | RCP Museum".
  2. ^ "Obituary: Martin Ward Platt".
  3. ^ "Murders claim 'beggars belief'". 5 December 2003.
  4. ^ https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/crime/scientist-s-claim-on-cot-death-is-flawed-appeal-court-hears-81246.html