Pastor Charged with Manslaughter After Drowning at Birmingham Baptism Ceremony

Cheryl Bartley, a pastor, has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter following the drowning of 61-year-old Robert Smith at a baptism ceremony in Birmingham in 2023. The charges were brought by the Crown Prosecution Service.

8 Apr, 16:03 — 8 Apr, 20:39

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This story highlights the potential dangers associated with religious ceremonies, particularly those involving water immersion. It raises questions about safety protocols and the responsibilities of religious leaders during such events.

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The GuardianMostly Factual10h ago

Pastor charged over drowning of man at baptism ceremony in Birmingham

Cheryl Bartley is charged with gross negligence manslaughter after 2023 death of Robert Smith, 61 A pastor has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter after the drowning of a 61-year-old man at a baptism ceremony in Birmingham in 2023, the Crown Prosecution Service said. Robert Smith, from Brixton in south London, died at an address in Erdington on 8 October 2023. Malcolm McHaffie, the head of the special crime division, said: “We have decided to prosecute Cheryl Bartley, 48, with one...

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The IndependentMostly Factual5h ago