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The Independent
6 hours ago
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- The Independent
Six people remanded over alleged acid attack murder
Six people have been remanded into custody, accused of murdering a man who died after an alleged acid attack at his home. Danny Cahalane, 38, suffered fatal injuries following the incident at a property in Lipson Road, Plymouth, in the early hours of February 21 this year. He died in hospital on May 3 from his injuries. Six people, who had previously been charged in connection with the alleged attack, appeared before Plymouth Magistrates' Court accused of murder. They are: – Paris Wilson, 34, from Plymouth; – Israel Augustus, 25, from London; – Abdulrasheed Adedoja, 22, from London; – Ramarnee Bakas, 22, from London; – Brian Kalemba, 22, from London; – Isanah Sungum, 21, from London. The six all appeared on videolink for brief separate hearings where they only spoke to confirm their names, dates of birth and addresses. They were all remanded into custody and ordered to appear before Plymouth Crown Court on June 4 for a plea and trial preparation hearing. Three other defendants have been previously charged with other offences in connection to the alleged incident. A provisional trial date for May 2026 has been fixed before a High Court judge at Winchester Crown Court. Speaking last month, Mr Cahalane's family said in a tribute: 'As a family, we are struggling to come to terms with Danny's passing. 'Danny was an outstanding father and son. Danny and his mum had so much love for each other. 'He is well loved by his family and friends and as a family, we cherish his love and memories.'
Daily Mail
7 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Former girlfriend of man killed in acid attack on his doorstep is among six in court charged with his murder
The ex-girlfriend of an acid attack victim has appeared in court charged with his murder. Paris Wilson, 34, a former probation officer, is accused of murdering Danny Cahalane, 38, at the home they once shared in Plymouth, Devon. Fitness instructor Mr Cahalane, 38, had acid thrown in his face after answering the door to his home in Lipson Road, at 3.55am on Friday 21 February. He died in hospital ten weeks later, on Saturday 3 May. A total of nine defendants - including Wilson and mother-of-three Jenna Said - have already appeared in court charged with other offences relating to the attack on Mr Cahalane. But following his death prosecutors this week further charged six of the defendants with murder. Today Wilson, of The Quay, Plymouth, appeared at the city's magistrates court along with five male co-defendants charged with Mr Cahalane's murder. The six defendants appeared in three brief hearings via video link. Appearing on a screen from prison, Wilson – wearing a black sleeveless top - spoke to confirm her name and home address but added: 'Although I'm currently at HMP Eastwood Park'. Chair of the Bench Nicholas Mansfield told Wilson: 'You are going to be remanded in custody until tomorrow when you will be produced at Plymouth Crown Court. That's all for today.' In a level voice, Wilson replied: 'Thank you'. Fellow defendants Israel Augustus, 25, of Pulford Road in London, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, of North Circular Road, Neasden, London, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, of Junction Road, London, Brian Kalemba, 22, of Eastbury Square, Barking, London and Isanah Sungum, 21 of Sterling Way, Edmonton, London, all also appeared charged with murder. They only spoke to confirm their names, dates of birth and addresses. None of the defendants were asked to enter a plea and were remanded into custody. Magistrates said the severity of the case meant the case must be sent to Plymouth Crown Court where the defendants will appear tomorrow. A provisional trial date for May 2026 has been fixed before a High Court judge at Winchester Crown Court. Mother-of-two Wilson was previously charged with conspiracy to murder and kidnap Mr Cahalane, as well as participating in the activity of an organised crime group. Said, also known as Jenna O'Grady, 38, is also charged with conspiracy to murder, conspiracy to kidnap and participating in the activity of an organised crime group. Plymouth Magistrates' Court previously heard Mr Cahalane suffered horrific facial injuries after sulphuric acid was thrown at him. In a statement issued through police following his death, Mr Cahalane's family said: 'We are struggling to come to terms with Danny's passing. Danny was an outstanding father and son. 'Danny and his mum had so much love for each other. He is well loved by his family and friends and as a family we cherish his love and memories. 'We ask the family are please given privacy and respect during this time.' Following the incident, officers remained at the scene for a number of days, with crime scene investigators in white forensic suits seen entering and leaving Mr Cahalane's home. Locals were asked to check CCTV, doorbell and dashcam footage. Wilson's LinkedIn page suggests she has previously worked in business development and holds a masters degree in public administration.
BBC News
9 hours ago
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Danny Cahalane: Six charged with murder appear at Plymouth court
Six people have appeared in court charged with murder after a man was killed in an alleged acid attack at his Plymouth Cahalane, 38, was taken to hospital on 21 February following a serious assault involving acid on Lipson Road. He died in hospital three months later on 3 men, all in their 20s and from London, and a 34-year-old woman from Plymouth appeared in Plymouth Magistrates' Court via video link, charged with have all been remanded in custody and are due to appear in person at Plymouth Crown Court on Wednesday. Those charged are Israel Augustus, 25, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, Brian Kalemba, 22, Isanah Sungum, 21, all from London, and Paris Wilson, 34, of Cahalane was described by his family as an "outstanding father and son".In a statement they said he and his mum had "so much love for each other" and that he was "well loved by his family and friends".
The Sun
9 hours ago
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- The Sun
Mum-of-two now charged with MURDER of ex after he died in acid attack ‘plotted by crime gang'
A MUM accused of teaming up with a crime gang to kill her ex in an acid attack has now been charged with murder. Paris Wilson, 34, is accused of killing Danny Cahalane, who was targeted at his home in Plymouth, Devon, in February. 6 6 6 The dad, 38, was rushed to hospital but could not be saved and died ten weeks later on May 3. Wilson is due to appear at Plymouth Magistrates' Court today charged with murder. The ex-probation officer was previously accused of conspiracy to murder and kidnap and participating in the activity of an organised crime group. She was charged with murder alongside Israel Augustus, 25, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, Brian Kalemba, 22, and Isanah Sungum, 21. Three other people have been accused of other offences and previously appeared in court. They are 38-year-old Jenna Said, Jean Mukuna, 23, Ramarnee Bakas, 22. The horror unfolded on February 21 as Danny's daughter was sleeping upstairs. Following the attack, he was taken to a hospital outside Plymouth for his own safety. His family said in a statement: "As a family, we are struggling to come to terms with Danny's passing. "Danny was an outstanding father and son. Danny and his mum had so much love for each other. "He is well loved by his family and friends and as a family we cherish his love and memories. "We ask the family are please given privacy and respect during this time." Mum-of-two Wilson previously worked as a probation officer in the city's Barbican area — helping released criminals with housing and jobs. She also volunteered at Dartmoor Prison, teaching male inmates to read and write. 6 6 6
BBC News
a day ago
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Danny Cahalane: Six charged with murder after acid attack
Six people have been charged with murder after a man was killed in an acid attack in his Plymouth Cahalane, 38, was attacked on Lipson Road in the city on 21 February and died in hospital on 3 May, Devon and Cornwall Police charged are Israel Augustus, 25, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, Brian Kalemba, 22, Isanah Sungum, 21, all of London, and Paris Wilson, 34, of are due to appear at Plymouth Magistrates' Court on Tuesday 3 June. Speaking after Mr Cahalane's death, his family said in a tribute: "As a family, we are struggling to come to terms with Danny's passing."Danny was an outstanding father and son. Danny and his mum had so much love for each other."He is well loved by his family and friends and as a family we cherish his love and memories."
