A CHILDREN’S charity wants people to watch for signs of abuse after the parents of an eight-week-old baby were found guilty over her death.

Michael Roe, 32, was found guilty of shaking his daughter Holly to death after a trial at Hove Crown Court.

His partner Tiffany Tate, 22, turned a blind eye to the abuse and was found guilty of allowing the death.

Police were called in after Holly, who was born premature, suffered brain injuries and broken ribs at the hands of Roe, at the family home in Alderbrook Road, Crowborough.

The parents face sentence for their crimes tomorrow, with Roe facing a life sentence for murder.

Now the children’s charity the NSPCC has reminded people that they could save a child’s life by reporting concerns.

Michael Roe faces life in prison for the murder of his baby daughter in Crowborough

Michael Roe faces life in prison for the murder of his baby daughter in Crowborough

The charity said: “This is a heart-breaking case in which a newborn baby lost her life while in the care of those who had a duty to protect her.

“Babies and young children are completely dependent on those who care for them and we all have a duty to look out for their welfare. Reporting any concerns early could potentially save a child’s life.

“Anyone concerned about a child can contact the NSPCC Helpline or Childline. If a child is in immediate danger, always call 999.”

After the guilty verdict, Detective Superintendent Emma Heater said: “Holly Roe was only eight weeks old when she died having been found unconscious at her home address by her parents. An examination discovered that Holly had a fatal head injury as well as numerous rib fractures.

"The people who should have been caring for Holly have today been found guilty of offences relating to her death. Michael Roe, her father, has been found guilty of murder and her mother, Tiffany Tate, has been found guilty of causing or allowing the death of Holly.

Tiffany Tate faces prison for allowing the death of her baby daughter in Crowborough

Tiffany Tate faces prison for allowing the death of her baby daughter in Crowborough

"These cases are always very difficult for everyone: the extended family and people who knew Holly during her very short life, the medical teams that responded to this incident and my colleagues who conducted the investigation.

"I would like to thank all of those witnesses who gave evidence and also the jury who have listened to harrowing detail and taken time to consider the evidence carefully before reaching their verdict."

Anyone with concerns can call the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000, while young people can call Childline on 0800 1111. If a child is in immediate danger, always call 999.