Man in court over Salisbury baby murder charges

Jamie Fulford from Tournament Road is set to appear in court accused of murder

Author: Grace O'HarePublished 8th May 2026

A man from Salisbury is set to appear in court today, facing serious charges concerning the death of an infant.

Jamie Fulford, a 26-year-old from Tournament Road, is charged with murder and causing or allowing harm and the death of a child.

The case originates from an incident on 1st September 2022, when a four-week-old baby boy was admitted to Salisbury District Hospital with grave injuries and subsequently passed away on 9th September.

Additionally, Sophie Egerton, the baby's 21-year-old mother from Tournament Road, also faces charges related to causing or allowing harm and the death of the child.

Both are due to appear before the court today.

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