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The twisted life of teacher who killed his adopted son

The twisted life of teacher who killed his adopted son
BBC News Thursday 18 June 2026, 13:40 UTC 1 min read
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Jamie Varley, 37, subjected Preston Davey to months of horrific physical, sexual and emotional abuse.

Jamie Varley, 37, subjected Preston Davey to months of horrific physical, sexual and emotional abuse.
Jamie Varley (PERSON) Preston Davey (PERSON)
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