Mum admits killing her seven-year-old son

Papaipit Linse, admitted to manslaughter at Swansea Crown Court today (Picture: Wales News Service/Athena Picture Agency)

A mum has admitted to killing her seven-year-old son, a court has heard.

Papaipit Linse pleaded not guilty to murder but pleaded guilty to manslaughter at Swansea Crown Court today.

Linse, 43, will be sentenced on December 13.

Louis Linse, 7, died in hospital after police were called to the home in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, on January 10.

Another trial will now not take place on the murder charge due to Linse’s manslaughter plea.

Prosecutor Caroline Rees KC said Linse’s guilty plea ‘did not come as a surprise’.

Linse will be sentenced on December 13 (Picture: Wales News Service)

Judge Paul Thomas KC said it is ‘a sensitive as well as a tragic case’.

It is expected that psychiatric evidence will be heard during the sentencing hearing because she is receiving treatment at a mental health clinic.

Detective Chief Inspector Gary Williams, said: ‘This was a tragic incident which saw officers respond to the death of a young child at the hands of his mother.

‘Despite arriving at an extremely challenging and emotive scene, all those present acted with professionalism and care, with the united goal of carrying out a thorough investigation into the circumstances.

‘My team and I have worked tirelessly since January to hold Linse responsible for Louis’ death, and to ensure justice is brought.

‘Our thoughts remain with all those who knew and loved Louis.’

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