A mother has received a prison sentence after being convicted of killing her five-year-old son.
Claire Scanlon, born on 25 October 1985 and from Limeside, Oldham, was sentenced to 18 years in prison on 14 July 2023.
This followed her conviction for the murder of her son, Dylan Scanlon.
Dylan lost his life at their residence on New Year’s Eve in 2021.
Dylan’s father – Gary Keenan said: “I would like to thank all my family and friends for the love and support they have offered, during what can only be described as the worst time in our lives.
Dylan was cruelly taken away from us on New Years Eve in 2021 by the one person who was supposed to love and protect him.
He will be missed every minute of every day, and we cannot put into words how difficult it’s been to endure the trial and to listen to how Dylan came to his death.
We would like to thank Greater Manchester Police and the Crown Prosecution Service, who have been so supportive and guided us through the investigation and trial.”
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er being convicted of killing her five-year-old son. Claire Scanlon, born on 25 October 1985 and from Limeside, Oldham, was sentenced to 18 years in prison on 14 July 2023. This followed her conviction for the murder of her son, Dylan Sc...
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18 years
Claire Scanlon, born on 25 October 1985 and from Limeside, Oldham, was sentenced to 18 years in prison on 14 July 2023
