In a coma initially, Arran's condition deteriorated rapidly, leaving him in a vegetative state until, eventually, his life support was disconnected. The WA justice system in my opinion, not only failed to provide justice, but failed to recognise the severity of Arran's injuries, and in effect deemed that his injuries were NOT grievous.

In Arran's case, the jury retired to consider their verdict based on the evidence that had been presented at trial, and unduly influenced by the presiding judge's closing summary and instructions, returned not guilty verdicts for manslaughter and grievous bodily harm. Those instructions heavily emphasised the jury's obligation in regards to the "Foreseeability" of the resultant damage to my son's health.