Toddler, two, is found starved to death next to his dead father, FIVE DAYS after alarm raised to police

Bronson Battersby, a two-year-old, tragically starved to death beside his deceased father, Kenneth, 60, who suffered a heart attack shortly after being last seen on Boxing Day, as revealed by their devastated family. The heartbreaking discovery unfolded on January 9 when a social worker, conducting a routine visit, found their lifeless bodies after multiple attempts to contact them failed. (dailymail.co.uk) Bronson’s mother, Sarah Piesse, blames social services, claiming that if they had acted promptly, her son might still be alive. (dailymail.co.uk) A post-mortem confirmed that Bronson starved to death, and the family mourns the loss of a beautiful child who deserved a far better life. ( 🔗 Man, whose partner cut off his organ, took picture of the severed part before flushing it down the toilet and explained she had flushed it away because she heard that it was possible to reattach it, says he forgave her! )

Bronson’s sister, Melaniie Battersby, expressed profound grief on Facebook, declaring the family’s enduring love for him. (thesun.co.uk) Sarah Piesse, deeply affected by the tragedy, recounts her last encounter with her son after a disagreement with Kenneth before Christmas. Despite being classified as vulnerable and receiving weekly visits from social workers, Bronson’s fate took a devastating turn that could have been averted. The toddler, known for his love of Cocomelon and nursery rhymes, was last seen alive on Boxing Day, and Kenneth’s messages to a neighbor thanked them for their care.

The social worker’s attempts to visit on January 2 and subsequent efforts on January 4 yielded no response, leading to a fateful entry on January 9, revealing the harrowing scene. The authorities, informed of the deaths, found no suspicion of foul play but uncovered the heartbreaking reality of a father and son lost to unforeseen circumstances. Kenneth, unemployed and grappling with a pre-existing heart condition, had become severely jaundiced leading up to his demise. ( 📄 A 27-year-old father of 3 died of the flu. These were his initial symptoms ) ( 📺 Mum says she stunk of ‘rotting meat’ then she gave birth and others can relate )

Sarah Piesse’s claim that timely intervention could have saved Bronson’s life intensifies the family’s anguish, with emotions running high on social media. The grieving mother underscores the necessity of relying on social workers to ensure the safety of children, emphasizing the devastating consequence of their alleged inaction. As the family copes with this unimaginable loss, the broader community grapples with the tragedy, prompting a review of the case by authorities to comprehend the circumstances leading to this heartbreaking incident.

Heather Sandy, executive director for children’s services, acknowledges the tragic nature of the incident and promises support for the grieving family. The authorities are collaborating with partner agencies to conduct a comprehensive review of the case, awaiting the results of the coroner’s investigations. Despite the anguish and loss, the family and friends of Bronson and Kenneth remain in the thoughts of those involved, reflecting the profound impact of this devastating event on the community.