In a somber turn of events, Rachel Tunstill, a 32-year-old woman serving a life sentence for the murder of her newborn daughter, Mia Kelly, was found dead in HMP Styal, Cheshire. The circumstances surrounding her death are currently under investigation by the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman.
Tunstill’s case had captivated the nation due to the shocking nature of the crime. In 2017, Tunstill, a psychology graduate and deputy manager, had given birth to Mia, only to stab her multiple times with scissors moments later. The body was then callously discarded in a bin in her flat.
The case was marked by a complex and tumultuous legal journey. Initially, Tunstill was convicted of murder, but as new details emerged about her mental state and the events leading up to the crime, the case took several dramatic turns. Despite the twists and turns, justice had been served, and Tunstill was ultimately sentenced to life in prison.
The news of Tunstill’s death serves as a poignant reminder of the tragic events that unfolded. As the investigation into her death continues, many are left to ponder the complexities of the human psyche and the devastating consequences of actions driven by turmoil and despair.
