West Midlands Police says it has made a number of “improvements” after a review revealed chances were repeatedly missed to save the life of tragic Daniel Pelka.
The four-year-old, described as “invisible” in a serious case review, died at his Coventry home after being starved and beaten for months by his mother Magdelena Luczak, 27, and partner Mariusz Krezolek, 34.
The force was called to 26 separate incidents at the family home, many involving domestic violence and alcohol abuse, but failed to act along with other agencies set up to safeguard children’s welfare.
Luczak and Krezolek were told they must serve at least 30 years in jail after being found guilty of murder at Birmingham Crown Court in July.
Yesterday Assistant Chief Constable Garry Forsyth said the force had improved the process of sharing information with partner agencies and given officers guidance to be more “child-focused” when called to incidents of domestic abuse.
He said: “Daniel’s death has had a long-lasting impact and effect on his wider family and the communities of Coventry, as well as the officers involved in the investigation. He will never be forgotten.
“We welcome the recommendations from the report following Daniel’s tragic death.
“We accept there needs to be a more holistic approach when dealing with multiple incidents involving domestic abuse, in particular where children reside.”
