Menu
Home
Keran the Carer
From those that Care
Iain's Blog
And the Kids
Messages
Advice
Gallery
Contact Us
Messages
 

Below are a the comments received in support of Keran between 1st - 30th November 2008. Please feel free to submit your own by emailing us at support@carers4carers.co.uk

30/11/07

If you're able to contact Keran, please let her know that there are lots of people praying for her and her release.

I was so saddened to read about this case this afternoon. I cannot believe this sort of thing is still happening in our justice system.
 
Although I am not a mother, I can only imagine the horror that Keran and her family are going through. My thoughts and wishes of strength go out to them all. I hope the justice system sees sense very soon. Karen is obviously a wonderful human being.

29/11/07

Although I can empathise with Maeve's family, I whole heartedly support you Keran and as a childminder myself I can only imagine the pain you have been through and are still going through today. I wish you and your family to be reunited together very soon. Keep fighting girl, don't ever give up and we wont either. xxx

P.S Iain your words for your wife were overwhelming I read through tears streaming down my face, I will be praying you are reunited together soon, keep up the fight I for one am with you all the way. xxxx

28/11/07

Have been reading about this terrible injustice. Keep strong and I dearly hope justice will prevail.

I feel proud to live in Iver Heath at the moment - Such spirit from such tragedy. I felt proud to be at the meeting last night - In any other situation it would have been Keran at the front of the "Hut".

She would be so proud of her husband, her boys, her family, her friends and her community. We will not stop until she is free and her conviction quashed. Every day she spends away is a day too long!

Justice for Keran and justice for Maeve.

27/11/07

I have just been to a meeting round at the scout hut and I have to say am proud to be living in this little village, Iver Heath. We only moved here from London two years ago and are overwhelmed by the love, care and support shown by the community for Keran. Keran and Ian were the 1st people we met when we moved here and they become our friends from day one.

Both Keran and Ian are the nicest people you could meet and both do so much for this community and now its time that the community stand together and do something for them which is exactly what I saw happen at the meeting tonight.

My only wish was that Keran could have been there to see it for herself. To see just how much she is thought of and cared about. I believe that justice will be done but in the meantime this village is missing its brightest star. Hang in there Keran, Ian and the rest of the family, xx

I have never met Keran, but my mum is very good friends with Kerens mum Jan. We as a family are devastated that this could happen to such a wonderful person’s daughter. We know that it is a miscarriage of justice. We want Keran and her family to know that we are all here to support her parents. Keran you are in our thoughts and prayers.

I have never met Keren, but have heard so many wonderful things about her from her mum. We as a family are devastated that his miscarriage of justice could happen to such a wonderful couple’s daughter. Her parents are such an important part of our family that we still are in great shock too. Keep strong, you are all in our thoughts and prayers

25/11/07

•my thoughts are with you,we all know the truth.It wont be long till she's home.stay strong love you all loads

I don’t know Keran personally but I have friends who do and not 1 person I have spoken to believes that she has done this and it is a total miscarriage of justice. Just wanted to lend my support to her and her family, hold your heads up high and keep on fighting as I have seen the good friends that surround you fighting for you too.

22/11/07

I am old colleague of yours from way back when we worked together in the legal profession.  I am dumbfounded - Reading between the lines I think there has been a serious miscarriage of justice.

I know you are not capable of such a hideous crime and hope that one day soon the legal system will sort this out (for which we were both in when we worked together and I am still in to this day).   What an awful world this has come to when we just rely on medical evidence.  This could happen to anyone.

Be strong girl (you always were) and hopefully you will get a pardon very soon and can live happily ever after with your loving family.  You will get through this.  xxx

21/11/07

My wife Michelle and I only know Keran a little through local school activities, from her involvement with the Scouting organisation and the tons of NEXT merchandise that seemed to appear by the skip load at our house!

We were genuinely shocked and angered by the news of Keran's imprisonment and our thoughts immediately turned to the family and to Keran's well being. We are delighted to see so many yellow ribbons decorating the village and hope that the moronic press will begin to see this for what it really is ..... A shambles and a total miscarriage of justice.

Having spoken to Keran at the RBL on Sunday 11th it is plain to see that there is no way that someone of such a generous and warm nature could ever do anything that would harm an 11month old child in any way.

If only our justice system were as swift to decide the fate of those who are actually guilty!!
The judge made such weak comments because I believe he did not completely agree with the jury's decision and possibly felt Keran was innocent. A shame that the jury weren't experienced enough to see through the waffle.

Our very best wishes to Keran, Ian and the children.

I just wanted to say how shocked I was to hear that you have been found guilty.  I don't believe that you are and I hope you are vindicated and released before too long.

Our hearts goes out to you all, we cannot start to image what you are all coming through. If there is anything we can do please let us know. We send you all our love, say strong and you are all constantly in our thoughts.

I've seen all the yellow ribbons around the village and… having lived in Iver Heath all 38 years of my life it's encouraging to see that community spirit is not dead after all.

Don’t know what to say really. I’m deeply shocked and upset by the verdict. I never though it could come to this. Love to you Keran and the kids. The support you have is immense. Let Keran know I'm thinking of her and to hold on in there. It’s only a matter of time till she's free I’m sure. Keran is a friend that everybody would love to have. Keep up the campaign Iain; sorry I can’t be there to support you in person.

I'm a friend of your husband's cousin here in Sydney who has told me a lot about you and was horrified when she told me of the verdict.

I cannot begin to understand the horror of your situation and how powerless you must feel, but I hope there is someone, somewhere who has the expertise to help you.

My thoughts are with you and wish you all the best and may you and your loved ones have all the strength needed to get through this ordeal.

20/11/07

I have never met you, but as Iver Heath local have heard lots of wonderful things about you. From everything that I have read and heard about you and your family it is obvious that a terrible miscarriage of justice has occurred.

I have been thinking about you often over the last few weeks, and my heart felt support goes to you. As a mother myself of a 7 & 5 year old I could not imagine what this has been like for you.

I would just like to say that the way in which you and your family have conducted yourselves is a credit to you all!

May you find serenity and tranquillity in a world you may not always understand. May the pain you have known and the conflict you have experienced give you the strength to walk through life facing each new situation with courage and optimism.

Always know that there are those whose love and understanding will always be there, even when you feel most alone. May you discover enough goodness in others to believe in a world of peace.

May a kind word, a reassuring touch, and a warm smile be yours every day of your life, and may you give these gifts as well as receive them. Remember the sunshine when the storm seems unending.

I would like to add my support for Keran. Will miss her kind bubbly nature and Keran's phrase 'Hello Campers'
everytime she visited my department.

Best Wishes to Keran and her family

19/11/07

I have never met you, but as Iver Heath local have heard lots of wonderful things about you. From everything that I have read and heard about you and your family it is obvious that a terrible miscarriage of justice has occurred.

I have been thinking about you often over the last few weeks, and my heart felt support goes to you. As a mother myself of a 7 & 5 year old I could not imagine what this has been like for you.

I would just like to say that the way in which you and your family have conducted yourselves is a credit to you all!

May you find serenity and tranquillity in a world you may not always understand. May the pain you have known and the conflict you have experienced give you the strength to walk through life facing each new situation with courage and optimism. Always know that there are those whose love and understanding will always be there, even when you feel most alone. May you discover enough goodness in others to believe in a world of peace.

May a kind word, a reassuring touch, and a warm smile be yours every day of your life, and may you give these gifts as well as receive them. Remember the sunshine when the storm seems unending.

I too believe Keran is a victim of a huge miscarriage of justice. Keep fighting for her. The law has been wrong so many times and is wrong again so don't give up.

Love the ribbons.....This is a village with a statement.... let everyone who travels through it hear it's voice ( well at least see it)

I was astounded to hear the verdict and subsequent sentencing of Kaeren last week.  I have always had faith in this country's judicial system, believing it to be one of the best in the world but now that faith is shattered. 

I have only met Keran once but know this case through some very good friends and I, like many people are completely convinced of her innocence.  It seems to me there have been too many cases like this in recent years and justice is not being served.  I do feel for the family of Maeve but by finding Keran guilty is making an innocent woman a scapegoat and breaking the hearts of those who love her.

Reading through the messages of support on this site has on some occasions brought tears to my eyes, in particular the messages from the kids, who it should be said are great judges of character and only re enforce what all her supporters know- she is a loving, kind caring woman who would never hurt a child.

Keep strong, you have so much support and love behind you.

I have just spent a short time looking at the information on your website and feel compelled to send my support. I also looked at some of the press coverage and see that the evidence against you is so very weak - it all seems very bizarre.

Those who have accused Keran of this crime are attributing blame and seeking retribution and punishment because they do not have the strength to face their own negative emotions of helplessness and grief. We also live in a culture of 'blame', where we rely on 'the system' rather than trust our own intuition.

Take strength from what you know to be true. Keran and Iain, my advice is to open your hearts and send out light and forgiveness to the people who have accused you and ignored the truth. It will be returned to you threefold by those who care. Strengthen yourselves by accepting the support of your friends and hold your heads up high. You will come through this because you must.

18/11/07

Mum has asked me to let me know how shocked and upset she is to hear the terrible verdict this week.  She cannot begin to imagine the anguish and pain you, Iain and your family are facing.  As your next door neighbour for many years she knows that you are such a kind and caring person, always thinking of and helping other people.

Mum was virtually housebound and registered blind, but you were always there for her, ready to help in any way you could.  Every Sunday - week in, week out - you would bring round a hot roast dinner for her (enough for two days!). 

You visited her in hospital on many occasions, too - nothing was too much trouble for you. She really appreciated your kindness and friendship and wants you to know you have her full support.
She is praying for justice to be done and for you to be returned to Iain and the boys as soon as possible.

Continue to be strong, Keran. Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time.

17/11/07

We are all so shocked at the verdict. I hope you are coping and I can't wait to see you walk free. You are truly a lovely lady. Be strong. If you could see Iver Heath covered in Yellow ribbons you would know how much this community misses you!!

I can't be the only person who by just reading the news has wanted to scream - that's not possible!

As a parent and someone who has helped in a nursery the idea that 'something made you snap' is mad.  I have read of NO news that has suggested any history that you may have done this.

The mother of the child has been quoted as saying 'She should have told us if she (Keran) found the child difficult'.  No one who has a close relationship with children finds them 'difficult', just individuals who need individual care.

At 11 months, I can see that a mother who doe snot care for their child all the time does not always relate to children, BUT someone with Keran's experience who is always with children will see the children quite differently.

How many of the experts witnesses (on both sides) who were brought to court, worked with children full time? Any?
How many of the jury worked in childcare? Any?
Jury's (the public) and 'experts' have been shown time and again that they are not correct.
I offer all my support that this will be sorted out.  I just can't believe that our legal system is so unjust.

16/11/07

Keran were caring for you BIG TIME....so hold on as Hell is about to be frozen.....Best Wishes Always.....Gaxxa..

I have tried to write this many times over the last few days but found myself incapable, the shock and horror of the verdict has left me reeling with anger, frustration, fear and utter disbelief!!.

I was on Thursday in the very privileged position to be able to do something to help to fight with an amazing group of friends and family to free Keran from the hell she has been forced to endure. We are in the process of joining forces to fight back for Keran as she can’t at the moment.

If this had been any one else in this community she would be there for us, doing what she does best. I can only begin to imagine the pain this amazing women is going through, she needs to be back with us were she belongs.

As a registered childminder myself I am aware that "there but the grace of god go I” as if this nightmare can happen to this amazing mother, wife, daughter and very special friend it can happen to any of us. We WILL GET JUSTICE FOR YOU KERAN!!.Lots of love

There is no way on this earth that Keran did this.  I used to work with her but haven't seen her for 6 years but I remember clearly what a kind, loving selfless person she is.  The truth will come out, it may take some time.  Babies die sometimes.  What these so called 'experts' have done to Keran and her family is the crime here.

We may be living in the 21st century but why do we think that we have discovered all the answers when things go wrong with the body.  Many are blindly putting their faith in 'experts' without thinking for themselves.  Experts are not humble enough to say 'actually we don't know what happened in this situation'.  They are merely making an educated guess. 

How can any sane jury find one of life’s living angels guilty??

On Tuesday my heart broke but my love and support for You, Iain, the boys & your Mum + Dad grew stronger.

We will get this miscarriage of justice overturned.

Justice for KERAN XXXXXX

Karen,  we believe you are innocent. Everyone is wishing you good luck. Take Care

My wife and I first had the pleasure of meeting Keran when our son started at the local Beavers. We both found Keran's energy and sense of fun in running the Beavers was an inspiration to the children and every one around her.

As I later became more involved as a regular parent helper to Keran, I found out how much the children enjoyed it and the amount of work Keran put into Beavers and the local community events. I eventually took over from Keran in her role as a Beaver leader as other events took over her professional and private life; although she had limited time she was of invaluable support and gave advice readily.

As I got into my role as the new leader Keran still managed to find the time and energy to do some back ground work for the Beavers. Then through our involvement in the scouting association we also got to know Iain, and soon realised what a committed and caring family they are and how dedicated they are in supporting so many local events.

It is unbelievable what has happened, a total injustice and we as a family are all thinking of you and offer our support in anyway we can.

I can’t believe that someone as kind, warm, open and caring as Keran is has been found guilty.  It is an absolute travesty and total nonsense. How on earth can this happen?! What I do believe is that whatever struck the poor child would have done so wherever she was regardless of who was caring for her.

I hope that Keran can keep herself going with the truth in her heart and with the love and support of her family and friends. Keran is such a bright star of Iver Heath and she should be here.

I don’t know the details of your case which I first read on 14th November 2007 but sadly I know too many cases which sound similar - Alison Clark, Angela Canning, Tripti Patel – and many more.  There is something fundamentally wrong with a system which is too eager to accept hypothesizing, speculation and assumptions as evidence.

Where’s the proof that Keran “lost her temper” was “angry” or “shook the baby” – pure speculation – no evidence

It’s like Russian roulette as to who is “holding the baby when it dies”.  What is the evidence that the parents could not have caused injury to the baby?

How can the “experts” say that ONLY shaking a baby caused the injuries?  Meadows springs to mind! 

My gut feeling is that there is something “internal” going on in these babies which is erroneously being blamed on parents and carers.  We need more research and an “open mind” to try to understand what is happening so that we can SAVE these children from premature death and save innocent people (and their children and families) from being punished for something that is out of their control.  So many lives are destroyed unnecessarily.

It is also tragic that a number of people who have never met you can decide on your apparent guilt (based on their opinion and understanding of so-called “expert opinion”) when so many who know you can vouch for your innocence.  They call that justice! 

Keran, my thoughts are with you. I don't know you but my Sister in-law does, and I can't believe what’s happened, its dreadful, talk about a miscarriage of Justice.

I know first hand how that feels but hang on in there Keran and Ian and the boys, were all behind you. Stay strong x

I have known Keran and Iain for many years and they are the most kindest and genuine people ever.  They always have time for everyone regardless of what is going on in their own lives. 

The whole community is behind you both, you must take comfort in the way that all people who know you both only say what wonderful kind warm people you both are.  We will all back you 110% until Keran's name is cleared.

Be strong Keran and remember we all think the world of you and can't wait to have you back in our little village. 

I just wanted to e-mail quickly to say that nothing I've read in the papers makes me think that Keran is guilty.  I cannot see a motive for this crime as, even if the child was very trying, she would be going back to her parents at close of day.

 Keran was an experienced mother and child minder and the whole thing just seems to reflect more on the paranoia of society more than any firm scientific research.

I know you'll read this so please accept a few words from me and from all those work colleagues and friends that think about you and Keran constantly. We must trust that British justice will ensure the right result in the end.

I am in no doubt, knowing you and your family, and meeting them on a number of occasions, that you are good and honest people and that the truth will prevail in the end. You know who your friends and supporters are so seek them out, use them and use their support to win the day

Look forward with optimism not back in anger.

Hang in there girl, this is a terrible miscarriage of justice. You have a lovely, kind and caring nature and have always been friendly to everyone and hopefully soon you will be back with your family where you belong, and true justice will be done.

My two boys went to Beavers when you ran it and you were great fun and always laughing and cheerful as you love looking after children and enjoyed your job as a childminder.

Everyone whose child you have looked after have only praise for you  and it showed also when you came up to Iver Heath Junior School to pick your two children up, plus you had several children with you that you were looking after and again you were laughing and joking which is your nature.

You care and live for your children and Iain. I am so angry and upset by this verdict that words can not describe how I feel. You did everything you could to help Maeve and got her to hospital, how can anyone blame you for her death it is so unreal and untrue. It makes me want to scream. You enjoy looking after children and have always had their welfare at heart.

Let this miscarriage of justice be overturned and real justice done and let you be free and back in the bosom of your family where you belong. I wish you and your family lots of love and hope this will soon be the end to this terrible saga for you.

My husband and I will have a celebration drink waiting for you and your family when this is over and justice has been done. 

Love to you all and keep your chin up Keran.

As one of the Mum's who used to meet at the school everyday, I know this whole business is nonsense, I can't believe it even got to court, all of us are in complete shock, I can't begin to imagine how you are all feeling and my heart goes out for your family.
Keep strong.

I live in Pinewood Green as well as Keran and her family and have known her for many years as my boys went to the same schools as her children. 
Both my boys went to Beavers which Keran ran and she was great fun, caring and loving towards all the children.

She was a credit to it and carried on to Childminding looking after several children at a time, she was always laughing and joking and always  friendly and loving towards the children and their parents, when I saw her up at the school to pick her own children up, and has not got a bad bone in her body.

I would like to see this miscarriage of Justice overturned and Keran back in the bosom of her family and the community where she belongs, an innocent person does not belong in prison and Keran is innocent and would never dream of hurting a child which would result in death, therefore she should have her name cleared so that she can get on with her life with her family beside her. Let her come home now

When I found out Keren had been convicted I was devastated, it felt as if the world had fallen out from under me. Why should I feel so strongly? Not just because of the wonderful person that Keren most clearly is but, because if this could happen to Keren then it could happen to any of us and that is so very VERY frightening.

The police decided from the start what happened and refused to even investigate ANY other possibility

Keren and her family have been through so much and have stayed so strong I only hope we can all give them the strength to continue to fight.

It might be Keren now, who knows who it could be next time….

15/11/07

We know Keran is innocent,  Our  thoughts and prayers are with all  the family at this time. Keep up the fight for justice.

I only read about Keran’s case once the verdict was reported and I instinctively felt that she was innocent. 

Innocent people do get wrongly convicted by our judicial system – but thank god these days there is still hope and wrongful verdicts can be overturned (just like Barri White and Keith Hyatt today).

I wish you all the very best for your fight for Keran’s conviction to be overturned.  I see from your website that you have some very good support coming from credible organisations like the Angela Cannings Foundation.

Have you set up an appeal fund yet?  Please do – the sooner the better.  All the best to you. 

I don’t know Keran or her family but it seems there has been an injustice as I have followed the case.

I don’t believe that Keran could have done such a thing as I believe the baby was ill to begin with and suspect the baby’s parents of knowing more than what they are letting on, especially since Keran took the baby girl to the hospital two weeks prior!!!!

I was so sad to hear of the conviction and hope that the family remain strong and encourage Keran to stay positive and focused. Just remember that this is the lowest point and now the only way is up!!

Stay strong

This is an awful case with two families ultimately left with tragic losses.  It is easy to draw conclusions on where blame might be apportioned but something really does not feel quite right about this case. 

I truly hope that Keran Henderson's council are able to quickly put together a case for appeal that will force a further investigation into the events surrounding the tragedy.
The most that we can expect from an appeal is that the very obvious doubts about the truth are laid to rest and that both families can move forward knowing that justice has truly played its part.

I don't think the whole truth or all the facts have come out as yet and we have seen many times in the past cases where medical evidence is later found to be unreliable.  Medical opinion is just that, opinion and leaves a jury of non-medical experts to wrestle on its meaning.

My very best wishes - I hope the real truth and understanding of what really happened to the beautiful Maeve comes out very soon.

So shocked to hear the verdict, can't imagine the nightmare you are in. So awful.
 
Praying for you every day that you will be given the strength to get through this and that the truth will come out very soon.
 
All the best with your appeal and campaigning. will continue to check the website to see what can be done

it has taken me 2 days to begin to write this message.  I was absolutely horrified to receive a text stating the verdict and feel physically sick to think this is a result of our so-called justice system.

There is absolutely no doubt in my mind Keran, that you are COMPLETELY INNOCENT!  I cannot begin to imagine what you are all going through, but just wanted to let you know I will do all I can to raise awareness about this miscarriage of justice and help in any way I can with the appeal.

Just wanted to add my support - as a Registered Childminder myself I know how open we are to accusations.

Reading the rest of the messages, I believe that Keran hasn't done anything wrong - she sounds well liked and loved by all who know her.  I only hope that I would have the same support if ever in the same position.

All childminders around the country are now feeling more vulnerable than ever to accusations.  Surely the press about SID's, etc should have opened the jury's eyes a little.

Keep fighting, knowing that you have the support of a wide circle of friends and family, and the larger circle of colleagues who do / don't know Keran personally.

The first i heard about this was when i read the paper yesterday. Just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts.  I believe you are innocent.

I was totally shocked at the outcome of Keran's case, as a childminder myself, it puts the fear of god in to you.

I myself had a child suffer a ferbal fit, a few years ago, so I know how frightening it can be, you ask yourself if you have done everything right.  Thnakfully, for me, it was ok.

I have read some of the messages on the website, and it seems to me that Keran is a well thought of person in her locally community, her family too.

I can only hope that is situation is recified, sooner rather than later, so that Keran can be back where she belongs, with her husband and sons.

We were so shocked at suddenly seeing the news of Keran having been convicted - put on the news and in the papers.

Even now we seem to be dazed at such a verdict!.

We want you to know we are so... so... sorry that this terrible injustice has taken place.

We know that Keran would never have done such a thing!

Our hearts go out for you all and incidentally for the parents of Maeve. They also have been wrongly led to believe that their child had it's life taken away cruelly - when it was a in reality an unfortunate and sad event due to illness.  I know which I would rather have had to live with. Now they have such a greater distress and maybe bitterness to cope with.

I have to say that our own Daughter wanted to train as a registered childminder after leaving school but the 'Woodford' case in America came up where she was accused of shaking a baby to death. That was so disputed. It completely changed our daughter's mind on childcaring - seeing it as putting herself on a very venerable position. She went into another career.  Never did we ever envisage that this would happen to Keran!

You MUST appeal. These 'so called 'experts' have been proved wrong so many times in recent years. No case should be decided on 'expert' evidence alone.

Keran, Iain and you boys, we are 100% convinced you will clear Kerans name and reputation. We have known you and especially Keran from birth. She does not have such a side to her that would result in doing this wrong.

We are all here for you. Although we simply cannot envisage what you have been going through as a family - this is so horrendous please be assured of our very great empathy. We love you all and we stand by you solid.

Thinking of you all at this difficult time.Be strong.x

•The witch hunt is over.
Social services have got what the wanted.
But do all concerned go to bed with a clear conscience, knowing that they have sent a wonderful, caring, loving and innocent woman to prison?
I don’t.

Iain please send Keran our love.

Keep strong

•This is TRULY outrageous - If the judge (and jury) TRULY believed she was guilty the 3 year sentence would have surely been much harsher.  Why are we so quick to apportion blame and not just sympathise with a very sad and tragic death.  The consequences of an 'easy' verdict of 'guilty' is a quick fix ... But is it - when the consequences or this decision/conviction are insurmountable to Keran, her family and friends?

14/11/07

•That judge does not know you
That jury does not know you.
The person who organised the children's street party.
When England  played football the person who had more flags than anyone.
At Christmas the house that had more lights
At beavers who had the biggest smile! surrounded by the children with their shouting and noise
I could not escape the scouts hut fast enough to leave the bedlam behind
That judge does not know
That jury does not know
The person who gave their time and love
The Keran Henderson--- I know trust and respect.

•You have looked after our grandson and from what our children and grandson say we know that you are innocent.

Although we only collected our grandson from you on a couple of occasions we were so impressed with the happiness and joy of the children that were entrusted to you.

We have followed your ordeal with increasing dismay and a mounting distrust of the judicial system that we had always thought was the fairest in the world. We suspect, like you that we believed that the truth would emerge during the trial.

It appears to us that your open, honest and trusting nature has been crushed by the full might of the judicial system. If this can happen to you not one of us is safe from ill judged or misguided prosecution. We are very frightened that this can happen in our country.

We know that no effort was made to talk to the people who knew you or indeed the people who were present when one of the alleged incidents took place. This is unforgivable and biased and evidence viewed at this distance in time will have lost most of its contemporary value.

We shall be writing to our Member of Parliament and would urge everyone who reads your web page to do the same. Lets give democracy one last chance.

The list of innocent people sent to jail as the result of intricate opinions of experts is an expanding tragedy which must be addressed before more people are unsafely convicted and their families punished for the mistakes of others.

Hold on Keran, the support for you and your family is growing and your friends are determined not to let your case go until it is properly resolved.

•Just to say I read about this in the paper yesterday - I had not heard about it before - and I was very surprised that Keran was found guilty.

Everything I read in the paper pointed to her innocence.  It all seems very strange and I took the time to look up a little more about it.

I do not think it is possible that someone who is spoken about the way she has been on this website and on a couple of others could just snap and shake a baby.  I hope that you are going to appeal - this really does sound like a miscarriage of justice.

Good luck!

• You are  in our thoughts! You can endure this Keran. The people who matter, your family your friends , parents and grandparents of the children you have care for, we believe you are innocent.
  
Be strong ! Be Keran! We will be there for you and with you when this nightmare is over! Iain and the boys can cope with this if you can! Eyes straight ahead and just feel the love and caring channelled to you from us.

•I know about Keran and her family injustice through my sister.  I just wanted to say that we all feel so bad for Keran and her family, can't imagine how they are all feeling and coping.  Everyone I have spoken to is amazed at the verdict.
 
We hope and pray that justice will prevail and that everyone is strong enough to get through the next few months ahead. 

•Hiya - I've not seen Keren for 6 years, we used to work together but I remember well Keran's amazing qualities & fun-loving personality. 

Why is it that 'experts' feel that they must give their opinion rather than admit they don't really know what happened.  I was speaking with someone at the weekend who runs blood tests and he said that humans are only scratching the surface when it comes to knowledge of the human body.

•Keran engulfed the sense of caring for the children and we know would not harm anyone - so we need to start doing something about this injustice!!!  Keep strong and don't let them beat you down - we are behind you 101%

•I dont know where to start or even what to say (iv started this email so many times).I am shocked and feel sick to the pit of my stomach at yesterdays verdict!!

I just cant believe they can send an innocent woman who only does kind to prison!! I hope and pray that Keran stays strong until the day she is freed.

My love and thoughts are with all of Keran's Family and friends. xxxx

•The conviction of Keran Henderson for manslaughter is clearly a terrible miscarriage of justice. Could you let me know what is being done to overturn this outrageous decision and what can be done to help.

•Just wanted to add my support - as a Registered Childminder myself I know how open we are to accusations.

Reading the rest of the messages, I believe that Keran hasn't done anything wrong - she sounds well liked and loved by all who know her.  I only hope that I would have the same support if ever in the same position.

 All childminders around the country are now feeling more vulnerable than ever to accusations.  Surely the press about SID's, etc should have opened the jury's eyes a little.

Keep fighting, knowing that you have the support of a wide circle of friends and family, and the larger circle of colleagues who do / don't know Keran personally.

•I don't know Keran personally but i know enough to know she's innocent. Be brave, be strong and fight every step of the way.

•Although our families have somewhat separated since my parents divorce, I'm in utter shock and totally devastated. I cannot begin to imagine how it's affecting you, your kids, and Keran’s parents. From the vague memories I have of Keran she is not capable of doing anything like the prosecution have suggested and always was (is) a warm and loving person. I hope an appeal will fine her not guilty.

 God Bless

•I know Keran through my sister and I also used to be a swimming teacher and taught her boys to swim. The verdict is disgusting, an innocent and lovely woman being subject to our flawed legal system.

I offer my full support to Keran and her family. If there is anything I can do please let me know.

•I am a registered childminder in Surrey.  I just wanted to say I'm so terribly sorry for the ordeal that you have been put through.  I hope Keran is home with you all very soon.  I must admit that your case has seriously made me reconsider childminding as  my profession...but for the grace of God...!  Thinking of you all.

•I only know of keran as she once looked after my grandson.

Everyone who knows this lady has nothing but words of kindness for her, she is, through these peoples eyes a lovely caring person who has given much love and care to those around her over the years. 

Apart from this accusation being totally out of character for this lady, what childminder with this lady's experience would even consider shaking a baby, no matter how wound up they were..
She was not some inexperienced childminder making a bit of money on the side
but a registered childminder who attended all relevant courses to ensure the children she looked after were getting the best care possible.

The fact she has been found guilty, again brings into dispute the British justice system, what justice!!!!!

I am so sorry for the parents of this lovely little girl, but I think the jury needed a scapegoat; someone had to pay, no matter what the truth was.

•My Family and I have totally lost all faith in the so-called British Legal System with this Absurd and totally wrong verdict on this Truly Innocent Person, Keran.

We sat with her in church last Sunday, Remembrance day as our son took part with the Iver Heath Cubs and Beavers procession from the British legion to Saint Margaret's church in Iver Heath.

How, we will never know did Iain and Keran carry on as normal while this dark shadow was looming over their heads is beyond us, actively taking part in Our Small Community with total dedication as they always do!

We have absolutely no doubt that Keran is Totally Innocent of this hideous charge and false verdict against her and it is only a matter of time when she will be fully vindicated of this absurd so called "justice"

Keran (Rabbit) has looked after our son through Beavers and up to Cubs before standing down after the incident, but would at a heartbeat have no hesitation for her to come back into our community and carry on the great and totally devoted work with all of us including our kids.

Our Heart and Prayers goes out to Keran and all her Family.

Love & Best Wishes

•I heard the news this morning and couldn't beleive what is going on.  I had no idea what was happening with Keran.  We normally send each other a letter every year, and I thought it strange as i haven't heard from her for about l8 months.  I didn't know anything about the court case.  I only have your address, no telephone number.  I managed to get this web site address from one of the newspaper articles on the net.  My heart goes out to all of you, especially my old school pal.

•I can't believe what I have heard this morning about the outcome of Kieran's trial - it is totally ridiculous and no-one can believe it. There are a lot of text and emails going round this morning all in support for Kieran.

I knew Kieran from when my son used to go the Iver Heath Infant School and I know she was a great parent and loved children.  She was always so bubbly and was involved with the scouts at the time.  I had even approached Kieran when my previous child minder stopped child minding to ask her if she would be able to look after my boys.  She said she had given up child minding and that's when I found out about what had happened.

I have found about the website this morning and have just realised that the posters up at the schools were to do with this.   I have now emailed the details out to all the people I know at the school and they are going to pass it on to as many people as they can.

You will obviously appeal and I can assure you that there are lots of people who would like to be involved this.  If there is anything I can do to help then please contact me.

Please send my love to Kieran and tell her that we are thinking about her.  (I can't imagine what she is going through at this moment.)  xx

•On the 13th November 2007, the Heart of Iver Heath was broken, we are devastated but not shattered and will carry on telling the world that Keran is innocent.  

WE CARE FOR KERAN BECAUSE WE KNOW KARAN CARES.

Iver Heath wants Keran back in the heart of the community where she belongs. Life will not be normal until she is back. We will not rest. 

Yesterday my house filled with people one after another, just wanting to know what they could do, wanting a hug because they were so devastated, this community is with Keran all the way!

•Hi I am also a childminder and It just shows how exposed and isolated we are. Myself and my family are behind you all the way and our thoughts go out to your wife and family, If there is anything I can do to help please dont hesitate to let me know all our love x

•I have just read about this case in the newspaper and want to express my support in doubting the verdict given. A carer with 7 years experience should know how to behave with a baby and would walk away before they were to 'snap'.

In the manchester metro even the judge seemed to doubt the verdict saying "We do not know what really happened to make you snap in the way the jury have found that you did." indicating that he might not have agreed with them.

Much more care must be taken when listening to expert testimony and it should not be thought of as 'gospel truth'.

My good wishes and prayers go out to you at this time, good luck with your appeal and I hope your knowledge of your own innocence as well as the support of your friends will see you through.

•Having seen the media coverage and your website, I just want to say that I don't believe for a moment that Keran is guilty. There is so much we still don't understand about Shaken Baby Syndrome, as is apparent from other cases, that  I don't see how a jury could have convicted 'beyond reasonable doubt'. I hope and believe that you will succeed in an appeal. I can't imagine the nightmare you and your family are going through and I hope with all my heart that it will end soon.

•Cannot believe that there has been yet another travesty of justice.  Poor Karen.  I cannot keep thinking about her and wonder how she is coping.  She looked after my grandchild who loves her.  I cannot believe our justice system this is like living in a third world state

•I have not known Keran very long, but I know she is the most caring and fun loving person you could ever wish to meet. She brings a piece of sunshine into what would otherwise be a dull existence. I am thinking of you, and know you are INNOCENT.

Keep fighting and justice will be done.

All my love

•Shocked is just not the word for it. I can't understand how this has happened. I don't really know what to say, but that to all of the Henderson family, my heart, love, support and thoughts are consistently with you. Stay strong and we will see justice done. All our Love

•God, here I am .. sitting here when my friend sits in a sell, I have been physically sick my head is so bad, yet here I am sitting at home, my family are here too, yet I would gladly be with keran right now, God..... I wish I could give her a hug, yes we all know she didn't hurt the baby, We are with you in hearts and minds be strong with much love as always

•I am deeply saddened by the jury`s verdict. I know parents falsely accused of shaken baby syndrome whose baby has been taken away from them until they are proven innocent which I am sure they are, and I am sure Keran is innocent as well as many other childminders and parents who have been wrongly accused. This miscarriage of justice has to end.

•Hi ya, I would just like to send my love, and be strong for keran. I am totally gob smacked at this outcome, as so are a lot of people, you the boys and keran do not deserve this, you have gave so much to the community, and what this is how your repaid, I just don’t know what to say, I definitely think you need to fight on and get some sort of campaign going, you have the support there. Love to you all xx

•Hi there- I just wanted to express my shock at what is a clearly a miscarriage of justice. This is so similar to other cases, and I am sure you know of the Alan Yurko case, see: http://www.freeyurko.bizland.com/

Please appeal this unjust conviction. Take heart from Alan Yurko and the others who have fought back and won.

•I am so sorry to hear the devastating news from today.  It is hard to believe that the courts can get it so wrong.  I am sure there are so many of us right now who still can’t believe what’s really happened, so it is impossible to even begin to understand how you must be feeling right now.

 I am sure that the community spirit will be even stronger and will be determined to see justice done eventually and Keran released.  I still fail to understand how people can be found guilty on opinion rather than fact and, if that is the case, then why is the opinion of us so-called ‘other professionals’ who knew Keran better than any of those other ‘experts’ valued less?

Surely if we start grading people’s opinions …… the world is a strange place.  Words cannot do much to comfort right now but I would like to pass on our love and thoughts at this time.  If there is anything we can do, just ask.

Loads of love and prayers for you all,

•A mistake has been made.

Whether it be the CPS or a jury selected for its willingness to take the case rather than its understanding of the evidence or be it the constant coverage of the press manipulating the facts for the sale of newspapers or finally just needing to find someone to blame.

Nevertheless a mistake has been made and tonight by majority verdict Keran sleeps among the guilty. Keran is our Mary Poppins and her absence from our lives is more than any of us can stand as this woman has the love of you, me, Iain and all our kids, Keran is all we should aspire to be as a parent and a carer, how can this be?

•I am shocked by this crazy decision, I don't know what to say other than I will do anything I can to support you. You know my husband and I have been to some dark dark places ourselves over the last twelve months since losing our precious daughter, but know one thing  - the light from family and friends will find a way through to even the deepest darkest depths. Some how you will come through……….

Keep fighting this, don't let them beat you.

Our thoughts and love are with you

•I could not believe todays verdict,there is no justice in this world. you have my support in what ever help is needed to get keran back home with her family where she belongs,i know from what people are saying you will have as much support now as you did before,if not more. justice for keran.

•I cannot begin to comprehend how Keran, Iain and the boys are feeling this afternoon. All I can say is that they are at the heart of my prayers today.

God knows the truth and is with you in all of this horror.

•I too lived in George Green and now in Iver Heath, so feel we are some how neighbours but without knowing you!I have just heard of the conviction on the TV and feel so saddened for you and your family. Please be strong and my thoughts are with you all xxx

I've started this email so many times - I just don't know what to say.

But we did want to be sure you know now, just as before, that we fully support you and, if we can do anything to help in any way please let us know

•I sit here reading so many messages of support and kindness. A strong feeling of wrong doing and disbelief sits at the pit of my stomach.. How could this happen....?  When you think that the nightmare was soon to end, it rears its ugly head to a new beginning..!   I feel so helpless, so was compelled to send my words, I hope, of support. 

I have met both Keran and Iain on several occasions, generally those assosiated with a community event or group.  Each time your energy and efforts being poured into the heart of helping, entertaining and raising funds for others... You are both backbones to this small but caring village... It is now our turn to become your backbone and support you through this most difficult time....  Time... Time is the most precious gift you can give..... and you both gave yours, not only to your own children but to all of ours too.. This is a special quality you both possess... hold on to it and stay strong, xx

•I am so sorry to hear the devastating news from today.  It is hard to believe that the courts can get it so wrong.  I am sure there are so many of us right now who still can’t believe what’s really happened, so it is impossible to even begin to understand how you must be feeling right now.

I am sure that the community spirit will be even stronger and will be determined to see justice done eventually and Keran released.  I still fail to understand how people can be found guilty on opinion rather than fact and, if that is the case, then why is the opinion of us so-called ‘other professionals’ who knew Keran better than any of those other ‘experts’ valued less?

Surely if we start grading people’s opinions …… the world is a strange place.  Words cannot do much to comfort right now but I would like to pass on our love and thoughts at this time.  If there is anything we can do, just ask.

Loads of love and prayers for you all.

•When I read about this case, I was completely shocked that a prosecution had been brought, and I find the verdict and sentence a complete travesty.

My wife was also a registered Child Minder and has looked after many children. What has happened here could happen to any child minder - indeed any parent. From what I have read of the court case there is absolutely no evidence that would even warrant a prosecution - let alone a conviction.

The way that "justice" has been administered here is ridiculous. On numerous occasions, convictions based on similar such "medical opinion" have proved to be gross miscarriages of justice. Even if physical injury can be proven, there could have been numerous causes. Children fall and sometimes are injured. Accidents are inevitable in childhood. To always blame the carer is not only completely unjustified, it also has a very serious potential effect - in that both parents and carers will be afraid to take their children to hospital after an accident for fear of prosecution. This is likely to result in children dying because they didn't receive medical attention quickly enough.

I really think that you should immediately appeal this case - not just for your own selves - but also for the damage that it is likely to cause other families and society generally.

Who would be a child minder after this?

It simply isn't worth the risk.

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You.

13/11/07

•I wish I knew what to say to you all to make a difference but the truth is we are all so shocked by today’s news that we hardly even know what to say to each other, let alone to you.

From the letters and reports on your website we know you have so many close and supportive friends and I pray that you will still gain much comfort and encouragement from them.

We have only known you all for a couple of years but regard you as not only neighbours but friends, who we trust and feel we could call on for help.  We hope you feel the same way and strongly reiterate that if there is anything we can do to help in any way that you can call on us.

We are physically very close being just down the road, so if there is anything practical we can help with please ask. We have seen what a strong, close and caring family you are and know that, although it must seem almost impossible at the moment, you will get through this and be stronger for it.

I’ve also no doubt that your experiences in the last years will lead you to help others in a similar situation, because caring for others and doing something about it is obviously what the Hendersons are all about.

I pray that God will give you the strength and courage you need to get through the times ahead, whatever they may hold.

With our love and prayers.

•Today’s outcome is a complete shock!  The injustice that has been dealt Keran and you all shows that there is a huge hole in our so called 'justice system'.   As per your website there have been far too many wrongful imprisonments in similar cases over recent years and although on appeal the wrong doing has been corrected they should never have happened in the first place! 

In the past few months I have been trying to start a family of my very own; With planning this happy part of my live I have also been researching a change in career to become a registered childminder; but with previous wrongful convictions and now Kerans it has unfortunately made me stop and think.  I still sit here I am still shaking my head in disbelief at Kerans verdict. 

•Even though i do not know this woman,i kow an innocentwoman has been jailed. The jury have trusted the expert evidence, and have given no consideration to the defendants history. A sad day for you and for justice.
 
good luck

•I am so, so sorry to hear of yet another appalling miscarriage of justice.  I cannot understand how this sort of thing can continue. Was the baby epileptic do you think? Was that mentioned in the trial?

It is obvious to anyone with an ounce of common sense that the least likely explanation for the tragedy of the baby's death is that Keran inexplicably shook her! There are so many other more logical explanations.

I am a mother of two children and any mother knows how fragile babies can be, if something is wrong, sometimes there is nothing anyone can do but "medical experts" are unable to accept this it seems.

I hope you can put together a strong appeal, please get as much help as you can in putting together a strong case, there are many people who will be willing to support you if you seek a plausible alternative theory for the baby's death. I hope so much that justice can yet be done.

• Words cannot describe how totally unjust todays verdict has been.  We are totally shocked to the core and in total disbelief at this outcome Keran you are a kind, caring and loveable person, please don't change.

Try and stay strong and know that you have alot of people wanting this total nightmare to end for you, Iain and the boys.  Justice needs to be done and we are all here to make sure it is ! 

Love and big hugs to you all.

•We could not believe it when we heard the news today. It is so unjust, unfair and just plain wrong. Our thoughts have been with you all day and will continue to be so.

Please let us know what we can do to help with the appeal and with supporting you through this terrible ordeal. All our love

•I have heard the terrible news and can't believe it, it is so wrong. My heart and thoughts go out to not just Keran but Iain and the boys also. We totally believe 100% that Keran is innocent and will do anything needed to help clear her name and support you all.

She brings sunshine into all our lives and we want her back as soon as possible.
Please let us know what we can do to help.
All our love

•The fight back must now begin! I found this article just now - hope your defence has seen it http://www.vaclib.org/basic/sbsrebut.htm There must be lots of others too. No stone will be left unturned to prove you are innocent. My thoughts are with you and your family and if I can help I will.

•I've been shut in an office all day and then going through Paddington on my way home saw the headline on the standard. I nearly passed out! I can't believe this has happened - surely there must be a mistake I thought - well yes there has been.

I know you will fight till the end for the truth - I just pray the powers that be see it and soon.
Keran should not be taken away from her family!
Be strong for the boys Iain as they will need you more than ever
Be strong for Keran too and never give up (I know you won't) My mum actually walked past your house that fateful morning when Keran was waiting for the ambulance and she's so shocked by the verdict.
Keep strong and we'll be with you every step of the way
xx 

•Keran is Innocent we know she is. I have known her since i was five years old. I don't know anyone with a better nature.I would trust her with my life and our two boys without any hesitation.I cannot believe that the police could bring a procecution against Keran without a single piece of factual evidence . There has never been an instance ever where a child or parent has seen Keran get mad or cause harm to anyone.

I thought we had a fair justice system,not one that uses so called experts to use medical jargon to convince a jury that a crime has been commited. If the jury had known of all the mental torture used by the police to try and get a confession they would have been disgusted and would probably have realised that Keran was totally innocent.

I hope that there can be an appeal to clear Keran completely so that the public can see that there has been another miscarriage of justice. You know where we are Iain if you need us for anything.

FRIENDS ARE LIKE STARS...YOU DON'T ALWAYS SEE THEM...BUT YOU KNOW THEY ARE ALWAYS THERE.

•We am just numb and have no words that could possible make this any easier for you and the family. As ever you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

How can such a travesty of justice occur? It is completely shocking. I know Keran is innocent, despite today’s events. My thoughts and prays are still with you. Keep strong. With love and best wishes

•Total miscarriage of justice, Keran is Totally innocent. Our thoughts are with you Keran.

•I've not been following Keran's case, but have just read about it now. There is so much debate over the validity of expert evidence in 'baby shaking' cases that I find it hard to believe that this was the only conclusion a jury could come to, and I am speaking as the mother of a two year old. I wish you good luck in an appeal.