A mother faces murder charges after her two-year-old daughter was found dead in a pond near their home.
Annabel Mackey disappeared in Kingsley, Hampshire on September 10, 2023. People started a big search then.
Someone found two-year-old Annabel unresponsive in a pond and quickly took her to a hospital. She was in critical condition and sadly, died the next day.
Alice Mackey, her mom, went to Basingstoke Magistrates’ Court. They charged her with murder there. The 42-year-old confirmed basics only, stating her name, birth date, and address.
The court held her in custody and she will next appear at Winchester Crown Court on March 7. Police went to the family’s house after someone reported Annabel missing at 5:02 pm.
Police started looking into her death, examining her movements before she was found. The little girl’s dad spoke about his daughter and thanked those who helped her. She had a positive impact from them.
He said Annabel was beautiful, positive, and happy. He said she had a pure, caring heart and added they miss her so much. She loved stories, dogs, her doll, singing songs and rhymes, and had a sweet tooth.
Annabel loved to laugh a lot and made everyone so happy. Her family and friends loved her so much, and he believes the world needs more people like her. They should spread kindness and joy. He ended by declaring his love and admiration.