Star Hobson murder: Frankie Smith’s sentence increased to 12 yearson March 15, 2022 at 11:41 am

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Frankie Smith’s eight-year term for allowing her daughter’s death is extended to 12 years on appeal.

Frankie Smith

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The mother of murdered toddler Star Hobson has had her sentence for causing or allowing her daughter’s death increased to 12 years.

Frankie Smith was originally handed an eight-year prison term but this was deemed “unduly lenient” by the Attorney General.

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