Murdered by his PARENTS - Daniel Pelka 

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"He was dying. He wasn't alone in a room dying...he was dying in plain sight." This is what brought me to tears. I cannot believe this happened to him.

As a teacher, I hold every teacher at his school accountable. It's not enough for them to say they reported it and it wasn't followed up. Every adult in the world needs to stop putting their job first and start doing what anyone in a village would have done before we began outsourcing morality and justice to an overburdened system - they should have formed a group, gone to the kid's house, and taken him out until the family was investigated. I hold them all accountable for this.

As a teacher, I'd ask for the medical reports from doctors explicitly stating that no food should be given. Also if child services was called, why the hell didn't they walk through the home, asking to see his room? This us awful.

Imagine being a teacher and agreeing to withhold FOOD from an infant! Every person in this case is despicable. RIP Daniel, you are safe now xx

My heart absolutely broke for Daniel when you spoke about the teachers locking the lunch boxes away😢

I lived in Coventry when this happened. I also was training as a TA. Just before this happened, a child was stealing from the lunch boxes regularly. When the teachers found out they punished this child. I can remember saying to them ‘isn’t it common sense if a child is stealing food then there may be a welfare issue!’ I was scoffed at, after all I was a newbie at working in schools so what did I know (eye roll) this child was also very skinny and always very dirty. He wore only a shirt, no jumper and just a extremely thin tatty waterproof coat. It was middle of winter. He was also caught stealing a lovely, warm coat and again punished. The teacher told his mother at home time ( I use the term mother loosely she was a horrid person) and she was evidently angry with the poor boy, even swearing at him in front of us. The teacher did nothing. I could not help but to buy him a lovely, warm coat and quietly gave it too him. I could have got in so much trouble and most likely loosing my placement while I was doing my collage training. But the mother in me just could not buy him a new coat. He was so over joyed like it was Christmas. It was such a over reaction at something a child should just receive as the basic requirement for their needs. I never saw that coat again on him, just the horrible, smelly, too small, thin one. I knew then it wasn’t a poverty issue. Me as a mother if I could not provide a warm coat for my child in winter and someone provided them with one. I would be so grateful and make sure it was well looked after and of course used! I worked one to one with this boy as he was extremely behind in his work. He was such a pleasant, polite, shy boy who often seeked cuddles. He would always draw me pictures of me and him and a pretty house. He began to ask me if I could take him home and be his new mummy and by god it was hard to just not take him home, instead telling him I could not. Broke my heart. I often raised my concerns and the school fobbed me off. Until one day he did disclose something to me. I again went through the relevant channels in the School really thinking this time some action would be taken. But because this boy had language issues it again was fobbed off. I called social services. I’m not sure what action they took as you are just not informed. Not long after the school year was over and I was qualifying. It is so sad at the end of the school year to say good bye to all the children but even more to this little boy. I just wanted to take him home, love him and treat him like a child should be. That year the school cut back on TAs so I never returned to see him in his new school year. Then after qualifying I never returned to teaching, even though I did love it. That experience really affected me. A year or two later the story of this poor Daniel hit the news. Being so local it even hits harder. It also made think of the little boy I taught. I He will be grown up now and I hope where ever he, he is doing well for himself. I would not have been shocked if he ended up like poor Daniel in this story. It made me realise evil is all around us, I was naive before. Only seeing the good in humanity and thinking this type of evilness and cruelty could not possibly exist. This one has been hard to watch. I want to reach in the screen, pluck Daniel out and just love him. Thank you Emma, for Daniel you have given him a little justice and remembrance. As all the children so cruelly taken from this earth.

The school should be prosecuted as well as the parents. That was INTENTIONAL and WILLFUL mistreatment. That poor baby.

I have not found another true crime RU-vidr that moves me so deeply as you. You truly put these victims at the center of your stories.

How could the teachers withhold food from a child scrounging through the garbage trying to find food? I think that made me as mad as anything in the story. 😭😭😭

The first time I heard about this case, and about how Daniel's sister was with him when he died, I was pretty much inconsolable. She was the only person who showed him any tenderness and compassion during his short time in this world.

As an early childhood teacher (I work with children 18-30months). This whole case enraged me.. I would have required a doctors note if he did have all of these “conditions” and would have contacted CSP to make them aware of the bruises and clear neglect. It is our job to care for these children like they are our own… so incredibly heartbreaking and preventable.

This made me sob. My child died at 4 years in a car accident. She died in my arms. I feel a massive anger towards these two monsters - I would have given anything to have my four year old in my arms - alive. May they forever burn in hell for their horrific cruelty to a 4 year old little boy.

It amazes me that the Social Services still talk to the parents when the child alleges abuse. HELLO they are going to lie. It is why as an adult I went to my local DSS offices and spoke to them about how they failed me and my siblings. I showed them the scars that I was left with and talked with them about the scars no one can see. I hope that my story sticks with them and next time they protect the child not the abuser

I work in a school cafeteria and its not uncommon for students to come up after eating or between classes and ask for an extra apple, a bag of carrots, or a carton of milk. I always let them take it without question because of kids like Daniel who are hungry. If I can be the difference between them going hungry or having at least one decent meal or a snack, I'm sure as hell going to do it. Those teachers should be ashamed.

These stories anger me so much. I lost my gorgeous toddler due to an incurable illness through no fault of hers/mine. And it still haunts me to this day. So for these people to have these gorgeous healthy children yet take their lives makes me beyond angry! Fly high young man. Safe in the arms of the angels xx

I am Polish, and Daniel's story haunts me, that's how I ended up here. So many emotionally immature "adults", angry, violent people bring children into this world... I am yet to be a mother but it's such a huge job, responsibility, that I am unsure if I will ever decide to become one. Look at this little baby boy, so heartbreaking. I hear often that the "professionals" fail so often ...

I sincerely hope that all these so called “professionals” received some form of admonishment for catastrophically failing this beautiful child. No words can express the level of incompetence exhibited by these individuals.

Shame on everyone who came into contact with this beautiful child and did nothing....I hope the doctor and teachers carry this with them forever. Absolutely appalling....we MUST do better for all the of our children. I hope Daniels siblings have and are receiving all help they need to get through this terrible situation....so incredibly sad 💔they both got what they deserved in the end !!! ..

nothing is more heinous than the abuse of children. my heart is broken and furious for this little baby. he deserved a long, beautiful life and may we never forget his story, or the others we've lost.

I watch true crime a lot - everyday infact. I have NEVER felt such a deep pain watching a case like I have this one. My heart is literally breaking for this poor, poor baby. I wish I could of helped him. Emma you have told this story so compassionately. Thank you for opening our eyes to hidden child abuse & the signs that could be missed. I hope one day we reach a point where things like this are picked up and stopped instantly. Thank you for doing Daniels story justice.

These stories are all sad and horrific, but this one hit extra hard. This poor sweet baby. He was failed by everyone.

I had to listen to this episode in pieces, it was too overwhelming. I found myself, a single person without children or the immediate desire to have kids, imagining how I would make room for Daniel in my home. How I would care for him. How I could figure out how to get him to and from school, get him to therapy. I think this tiny fantasy was the only way I could cope with Daniel's abuse. My heart breaks for you, beautiful boy.

Oh hell, Daniel has been in my head since this happened. I can't handle the cruelty in this case. RIP beautiful boy

Little Daniel's suffering will forever haunt me. It broke my heart hearing about his torture at the hands of those two monsters. I was elated when they took their own lives. At least they will never have the chance of murdering another child. Thank you for speaking up about the failings of all those in authority. It is horrifying that it continues to happen worldwide. Bless little Daniel and all his suffering - it is so, so 😔 such a gorgeous little boy who never had a chance🌈🎈❤ 🕊🥀🧸

It's scary how many "professionals" let poor Daniel slip through every single net

I honestly hope the Doctor who diagnosed him with Worms and those Teachers were held accountable.

Cannot believe what the people were thinking, trained professionals? So sad, RIP Daniel 😥

That "mother" created a situation in which even the school was involved in abusive behavior. How awful. I've heard of other abuse cases, and at least in those, some of the children found solace while in school.

I’m a teacher and I cannot fathom how so many of these signs were missed! These are all of the examples of abuse that are used during safeguarding training. I feel that my job is not only to educate children, but also to keep them safe and make each and every one of them feel loved, listened to and important. I know the children in my class so well because I make it my mission to. I would notice these signs!!

It wasnt just that he died .. . It is how he died and that he was so terribly alone when he died that makes this child's death even more tragic and hard to bear.

Little Daniel. If I had seen you, I would have scooped you up in my arms and loved you how you deserved, fed you as much as you needed to be full, and given you a warm bedroom full of toys and a comfy cozy bed. I am so sorry. I hope where ever you are now you have all this 🙏 ❤ 💙

I remember reading about this case in the news and absolutely crying my eyes out. Poor little boy, no one should be treated like that, never mind a child!

Emma, once again you delivered a harrowing story of such abhorrent and horrific child cruelty with such bravery and steely determination in order to get Daniels story across. When you cry, we cry....you're amazing...keep up the great work.

Be at rest now Daniel, you beautiful boy. Another beautiful innocent child failed by adults yet again. What will it take? This story brought me to tears

This case is heartbreaking! We failed you, Daniel. As a retired teacher, I lived in fear of falling a child. I hope I didn’t, but none of us can ever be 100% certain, can we? RIP Daniel. As an adopted child, I had a crap childhood. An angry, aggressive mother, a loving, but utterly feeble father. I was “lucky”, my sister rather less so. She was regularly on the receiving end of violence. She was a scapegoat for our mother’s unhappiness. My proudest boast; I broke the cycle. I look back on my parenting and I know I made huge mistakes, but I loved my children unconditionally, and so did their dad. Parenting isn’t easy, but I cannot understand any woman who fails her children .

I honestly feel like the teachers and doctors that made hideously poor decisions around this case should have been investigated a struck off 😔

I just can't understand how anyone can hurt ANY child, but THEIR OWN child? It's just beyond me. My heart absolutely broke every time my boys cried because they fell and scraped a knee or bumped their head. I look at Daniel's sweet little face and I just want to scoop him up and love him.

Emma, the way you speak about victims is so respectful and touching. Please continue doing what you're doing.

Oh Emma, you have my emotions hovering between heartbreak and anger. This poor little man. RIP little man, you were to good for this earth.

I just don't understand. It's such a devastating story, I am still processing how this can happen 😔? Danielku kochany, wszystko już jest w porządku, śpij spokojnie, kochamy Ciebie bardzo i tęsknimy za Tobą. 😔♥️

Heartbreaking. I'm sobbing Emma... how can people be so evil?? That poor lil boy was failed by so many... thank you for doing him justice - as always x

Emma, I just had to stop myself and comment on your thought about “love” in an abusive or toxic relationship. I appreciate your words so much, you do not know. I was in a very physically abusive relationship a while back, and everyone who cares for me was just so frustrated and didn’t know what to do to help me. I wound up leaving after about 2.5 years…. But it was so hard because I loved him, and I still do to this day almost 10 years later. I’ve realized long ago we can’t be together, it’s not good; but regardless that almost “innate” love I don’t think will ever leave me. Not many can appreciate that complexity of a relationship so again, I applaud you.

My mother works in Primary school as a teacher's aid. I see that schools report concerns to Social Services when required but it takes LOADS of reports before any action is taken. My mum is not a trained psychotherapist and the fear of causing parental offence is overriding the child's welfare. Also, she works directly with children who need 1 to 1 care and knows she is sending kids home to horrific home lives. The guilt she feels is awful and she isn't even permitted to see the child's background information yet is a trusted point of contact for the child. Add in any overtly liberal mentality from the parent (racism, sexism, discrimination in any form) and the education department back off. Star Hobson is a perfect example of this. Time to get our priorities straight and break the silence on domestic violence. ❤

I love that she’s so honest about the failings of child protective services and her passion for protecting children shines through in how deeply emotional she gets recounting the horrific (but completely preventable) deaths of children by the people they should be able to trust 💙 I would love to hear your thoughts on Lauren Kavanaugh (the girl in the closest) and her life as both a survivor of horrific childhood abuse and later a (alleged) perpetrator of abuse

This vid came on randomly as my wife watches a lot of true crime. I have to say it reduced me to tears, I'm a 42 year old male, haven't cried in years. That poor little boy... I think those so called professionals that "missed" the abuse, they should of been put in front of Justice Cox as well... shocking.

This case was so preventable and reminds me so much of the Gabriel Fernandez case. It’s insane to me how when cases like these happen people like social workers, teachers, and doctors always push the blame on to everyone else instead of taking accountability for letting these children down. Absolutely heartbreaking

Always frustrates and angers the hell out of me how the school reacted to these behaviours and his physical condition. I worked in education for many years with nursery/primary children and we were constantly aware of the signs of abuse. I’ve no idea how this care setting allowed this to go on so long unchecked. Daniel was failed by so many.

I can't believe what I've just watched, this horrific torture of this beautiful boy is unbelievable. How he was failed by so many is truly heartbreaking. I have a 5 year old boy who I would die for, put his needs first and foremost and give him all the love he could possibly want, watching this is absolutely beyond me how another human could treat someone else, let alone their own child. Truly horrific.

This is one of those cases that will forever haunt me. Such horrific abuse & failures. Sleep tight little prince 💙

As an educator cases like this make me sick. But as a human being they sicken me even more. Thank you Emma for your immense compassion and for giving a voice to beautiful children like Daniel. I only found you a few days ago, but I've been watching as much as I can take each day. Thank you to your viewers too for their kind and caring comments. On other channels I see people excusing mothers because "single mothers are vulnerable and can't help it." I find this such an insult to women. I'm not a parent, but my mom was a single parent, I have friends who are, and my sister was for many years too. No one should be condoned for hurting a child or neglecting their needs. It takes more than biology to be a real parent. 💜

These cases literally make me scream! What the hell?!! What sort of human beings are those parents? And the teachers, doctors, everybody who's seen him?! Where is humanity going, seriously? Appalling. I so wish I saw him and took him home with me and never let him go. Heartbreaking.

Emma, this story was told with such emotion, your passion was palpable. I have never seen or heard a story told with such ardor. I recently found your channel and have watched a few videos but this one won me over. After tonight your channel will be my go to crime story source. I looked into that babies eyes at the end and was delighted to see that his eyes were actually smiling along with the smile on his face. It made me so happy that at that moment he really seemed to be happy. God bless his precious soul.

Throughout my life my cousins and siblings and I had a couple of suspicious accidents that were genuine accidents. My sister ran at full speed into a metal rope that was wound tightly between two trees and at the height of her neck. Yes, she hit it with her throat, had really gruesome bruises that looked like strangulation happened, there were witnesses and an ambulance was called, but a social worker was called at the ER just to make sure we were fine. She was about six or seven. And looking back, I'm grateful for that, and so are my parents. There's bruises and injuries who are more suspicious than others, and if there's any doubt there should be a follow up, always.

Daniels story breaks my heart & hurts. As a child that came from a physically abusive home, every adult that set eyes on him failed him. I survived on free school meals & couldn’t imagine if they had been taken away from me. I was lucky & had some caring teachers that helped clothe me in clean uniforms. The local library who became my babysitters, was my safe place. I have some of my best memories of being there. I couldn’t work in a position with children because if I seen anything I thought was a red flag, I would be taking that child home. How the school, social services & those two doctors weren’t held accountable is an even bigger disaster with the justice system. Hopefully Daniel’s 6 year old sister knows that she was a little hero & that those two horrendous monsters suffered the same treatment given to them in prison before they died. Wherever you are Daniel I hope it’s full of all the love you deserve. 💙💙 Well done on talking about such a hard case Emma.

Weeping with anger while I cherish my baby boy. My heart aches for this beautiful little boy. Rest in peace. You're safe now.

Emma the way you put across these tragedy's with such power and conviction is mind-blowing and heartbreaking , its obvious how passionate you are about needing to change the way we deal with these horrendous cases of abuse and torcher, we as human beings should stand up and say NO MORE!!!. I plead with anyone to back this lady, if her powerful speaking cannot change the way the government view child abuse and murder know one can, Emma you are inspiring.

Even if a person calls social services they do nothing they just do so called checks and leave and the "family" put on a "nice" face this abuse turns on sickos like this

I admire your dedication to the poor neglected and abused children. I particularly love your honesty about your feelings, making the story & events much more real. Lastly, because I don't want you to get a big head lol, even though you have worked within the psychology field for years, and no doubt you have witnessed the worst of the worst, this obviously has not hardened your attitude towards these poor afflicted children. Thanks for your dedication and sharing with us.

As a true crime creator, I try to keep up a "wall" but cases like this breach that wall. That beautiful baby boy, he deserved a loving home and he died without knowing love. This is disgusting and also that the parents take no responsibility! Cannot think of a harsh enough punishment!

What got me was when you said about working with people on the poverty line who still managed to create a decent space for their children. I to experienced this. My remit was LGBTQ and I met with women who not only suffered homophobia but it also affected their children. I went into so many tower blocks and got to know women and their children. These women lived on pennies and would open their cupboards to show me all the goodies they had for kids plus they took advantage of the ‘healthy cooking’ classes provided by local authority and were so proud to feed their children well. Our service ran a match quid for quid Christmas club. Our members were religious in their saving and we would partner with gay venues and other commercial outlets for Christmas gifts for our kids parties. My heart breaks for this baby boy.

I love your passion when you tell how badly this poor little boy was treated and how so many people who could have stepped in,didn’t. Your tears are mine too. We usually remember the name of the murderers but you remind us all of the defenceless person who was killed. You give them life,you remind us to look at people,especially children, and think,do they need help. I would gladly have taken this beautiful little boy home,to safety. Keep up all your hard work Emma to give the innocents a voice.

You are a rare and wonderful spirit and the way you advocate for children makes me so grateful for you and everyone else who protects the little ones.

I can't accurately describe my anger at these cases. This might be a strange thing to say, but I'm even more angry at all of those AWFUL people who ignored such BLATANT abuse. He could've been saved and it's just inexcusable to me that all of those b******s saw what was happening and did nothing. I would never believe that none of them knew he was being disgustingly abused, they are also massively culpable in my eyes. Rip Daniel, beautiful little boy who could've had a wonderful life if just one of those idiots had rescued him.

That is one of the most heartbreaking stories I've ever heard. It makes me thoroughly embarrassed to hear stories like Daniel are happening in Britain. We should be doing our utmost to be protecting children. Too many failures happening way too often.

I remember this case at the time, it used to haunt me, and made me physically ill. This little boy's name is engraved in my memory. I know Emma will do a great job of handling it but even so I will not be able to listen.

Ugh. Whyyyyyy did the school staff not require medical documentation to verify this “eating disorder?” They can see how small he is and how hungry he seems….🤦🏼‍♀️makes me so so sad.

I equally felt your rage, frustration, and grief tonight, Emma. This was another heartbreaking case to watch, but the compassion that comes through in your storytelling is a gift to the victims as well as your audience. We have “mandatory reporting” here in the states, and I suppose it might be similar to your “safeguarding,” but with a higher responsibility. Teachers, coaches, social workers, doctors, therapists, etc are all mandatory reporters and have a professional duty to report any suspicion of abuse or neglect. I hope the laws get stronger for you in the UK. This is not acceptable.

This is absolutely heartbreaking, Daniel was failed beyond belief by the people that were supposed to care for him the most. To hear that he weighed 1 stone 7lbs when my 16 week old daughter weighs 1 stone absolutely got me… this poor little boy weighed ONLY 7lbs more than my 16 week old, let that sink in. 💔 RiP Daniel - I can hand on heart say that the world didn’t deserve you 🕊 🤍

When my daughter was little she had to have stitches (around mid 1990s) and I was holding her hand in the ER, and they made me leave the room which panicked me bc I didn’t want to leave my hurting child’s side-they explained after they spoke to her alone that any time a child had a substantial injury they had to ensure it wasn’t the parent. I was young and really offended by this, but was too concerned with my child to care much ...later when I had time to think about it it was definitely worth my momentary uncomfortable feelings of being “unfairly accused” in my mind, if they can save any child who is being hurt. I think most parents, after the initial shock, would realize these things are absolutely necessary

I am never normally deeply affected by a case, but this one angered me to my core! As someone who works in education I am disgusted that this poor boy was let down so many times by people who clams to be ‘trained professionals’ who ‘care’ about children a welfare. Rest in peace Daniel, I’m so sorry you were so awfully let down 💔🕊

This case breaks my heart. Every time it pops up on safeguarding training, I have to really stop myself from losing my temper. He looks like my little boy 💙

Thank you Emma,for speaking out for these precious, innocent defenseless little people. Every case I listen to has me in tears and physically ill...but i feel like I am honoring their memory by forcing myself to listen-and it also reminds me that YES...if you even SUSPECT that a child is being mistreated in ANY WAY...report it and FOLLOW UP ON THAT REPORT!!! If you feel that social services brushed it off-report it again,double and triple down on it if necessary!!!

The most heart breaking, haunting statement you made "Daniel was dying in plain sight" ....I'm in absolute and complete agreeance, with you Emma, how did none of the adult care givers in Daniels school take any kind of action to investigate and prevent the tragic life, and ultimate death of this beautiful little boy. Your compassion for the child cases that you cover is overwhelmingly apparent. Big love to you for your kind and caring soul !!! sleep sweetly with angels Daniel xxx

I’m currently studying to be an early years educator and hearing the utter dismissal and cruelty of Daniel’s teachers is equally heartbreaking and infuriating. Early years education is MORE than just being present as a teacher, you have to also be present as a protector, friend and trusted confidant. Those teachers 100% could have prevented this little boys death. I hurt so bad thinking about everything he went through in his final months.

I watched this after I tucked my two eldest into bed and it made me go up and give them extra cuddles and a great chat about things that bother them! Can’t imagine how anyone could ignore all those warning signs. Having 3 little boys, I genuinely can’t imagine how hard that babies life was. I wish people focused on these horrific circumstances other than the media’s issues that are forced upon us. We spend so much time arguing over things and so little time fixing them 💙 very rare I agree mostly with someone’s viewpoint but Emma you get things spot on! Your priorities are right and I hope that more people think like you as the human race progresses ❤️❤️ Daniel, I hope you are in absolute paradise and living the beautiful life you deserve darling ❤️

Horrific story & can’t believe this beautiful boy lived such a lonely life with all these adults stand by just watching. RIP sweet Daniel❤

This was, for me, probably the hardest case to listen to so far.. there are no words to describe the anger and total heartbreak while listening and seeing you describe everything that this beautifull little boy had to endure in his short life in this world.. but I still would like to thank you for givning him a voice, and letting all of us know that once there was a boy on this planet, who was beautiful in every single way. Thank you

This is devastating! There are too many children going through this and there is no end in sight in light of the fact that the system is not willing or able to deal with the welfare of these children. Thank you Emma for putting the spotlight on these precious babies!

I know from teaching Safeguarding that this is an horrific case, and that Social Services, in particular, were shockingly lacking in their due diligence. Emma will present this brilliantly and compassionately. That I know

I absolutely hate that the school didn't obtain a doctor's note stating that Daniel did indeed have a rare eating disorder. I couldn't imagine feeding snacks to a room of children while one just watched. The physical abuse is disgusting. But the mental and emotional abuse really twists the dagger in my stomach. Daniel deserved so much better. I would've taken him in as well. He had no one on his team.

Aww Jesus another tough watch but... these little angels mattered and they deserve to have their stories told and can't think of anyone better to tell them .. see you all there at 7pm tomorrow... much love xxx

You are 100 % real. This is why I love watching you! You do the victims such justice and dignity, and your outrage at the horrific action of some is wonderful. We should ALL be horrified at people who act this way

I remember with a very heavy heart when this case came to light. As if Baby P (Peter Connely wasn't heartbreaking enough). This story of Daniel Pelka's life utterly destroyed me :( You have clearly done your research Em once again. The failings in the professionals that SHOULD HAVE SEEN the signs are despicable! Poor little Daniel :(

I know it's one of your older videos, but I'm just binging your videos as I only "found you" few days ago. This case of poor Daniel broke my heart so much. I lived in Coventry at the time this happened, too close for comfort. The part when he went through the bins, omg, this is a baby!!! So so sad. My heart truly truly aches for this child. RIP little gorgeous angel. 😭

I imagine you, Emma, laying awake trying to decompress after the telling of this horrific murder. Your pain and passion is so beautifully evident. Sleep tight with the angels Daniel and Emma please take care of yourself 💔

You are a absolutely spot on Emma about true retribution. The higher powers see everything and people cannot escape any darkness they serve on any vulnerable child or vulnerable adult ever. Bless his soul.❤️

You’re a privilege to be around Emma, thanks for sharing these stories, that need to be heard … with natural compassion and boundless energy for victim rights 👏🏻

Emma I love your passion for children. Why aren't the government are like you. Children are not a commodity they are a gift. Thank you

I hope his lovely sister gets help as the memories impact on her life over the years, as they undoubtedly will. Our family endured some of Daniel's tortures, including the near-drowning in the bath over and over. It's hard when it's happening to you but has a million layers of heartbreak when you see it happening to your sibling and you are so small yourself there is very little you can do. As a society, as human beings, there has to be a better way than this. For every child who dies there are hundreds of thousands more who suffer every day with no relief. The 'clever' torturer doesn't let their 'toy' die because they know they'll go to prison and also know their sick pleasure will be over. 😩😫😩😭😭

Emma, you do an amazing job by calling out authorities (teachers, social workers, doctors) and society in general for many things they fail to do in these type of cases. Thank you for showing us the red flags we should be spotting and paying deep attention to.

I'm in tears for that gorgeous wee boy. How alone did he feel? Those monsters must rot in a torturous hell. Social services, doctor, school and everyone else involved in letting this little boy down , should join them.

Emma, I'm a huge admirer of your work and have been following your channel since it started and have watched your various TV appearances over the years. My daughter will be starting uni this year and wants to work in this same space. I suggested she follows this channel and reads up on your work, but she already was and still is. These stories about kids are always so hard to listen to and is the reason why I'm only watching this upload now. Just when you think humanity can't get any worse, this happens. There are no words. I don't usually comment (but do watch and like your uploads) but your compassion, empathy, professionalism and passion for your work are conveyed in these videos.

This is the one I wanted Emma thank you so much for covering it ❤ poor little boy breaks my heart

You speak so well. Finally, a mature perspective in true crime. I had no idea I was missing this!

Honestly the most frustrating thing is how the school and social services were just so oblivious and naive to such obvious abuse. So heartbreaking and sad. RIP little Daniel you’re out of pain now 😔😔

I can see and feel exactly when you want to break down and cry in your videos. I can feel it in my heart because it's usually when I'm already sobbing. I'm not able to have children. Stories like this hit me the hardest. Nature saw fit to not allow me the gift of a child, and monsters like this get three. It's so difficult not to be bitter. Thank you for telling me about Daniel. He's another child I'll keep in my heart forever, where they're safe.

This was so horrific. It broke my heart, and it's one of the only cases you've covered so far, Emma that brought me to tears. When the 'mothers' face was shown near the end...I've never wanted to claw at someones' face and eyes and shake them in the way that I wanted to that woman. She was given a beautiful, wonderful little boy...and she did nothing by abuse and allow him to BE abused. I'm glad they're both dead in the ground, but part of me wished they'd stayed alive, living in fear and solitude just like that poor little boy who they hurt. RIP Daniel. Wherever you are you live on in the hearts of those who hear your story and the professionals who put your abusers away just like they deserved. Emma I can tell how much this case effected you, but thank you so much for continuing to do what you do, and open peoples minds and hearts to cases like this because they needed to be heard, more so when the victims are no longer their to do so themselves 💖💖

Yet another incredible analysis. Thank you Emma.

I will never understand how anyone could treat another human being like this, especially a little child. My heart breaks for this sweet boy, and how there were so many adults around him that failed him.