"Baby P" refers to Peter Connelly, a 17-month-old boy from England who tragically died in 2007 due to severe abuse and neglect. His case drew significant media attention and public outrage, highlighting failures in the child protection system. The investigation revealed that despite numerous reports to social services and visits from health professionals, Baby P remained in an unsafe environment with his mother and her boyfriend. The case led to widespread calls for reform in child welfare practices and increased scrutiny of how authorities handle cases of suspected child abuse.