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BBC News
5 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Danny Cahalane: Nine in court after fatal acid attack in Plymouth
Nine people have appeared in Plymouth Crown Court in connection with the murder of a 38-year-old man from Cahalane 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 nine defendants have been charged with involvement in an organised crime group which was supplying drugs or storing drugs. It is also alleged the group was involved the enforcement of drug debts through of the defendants, five men, all in their 20s and from London, and a 34-year-old woman from Plymouth have been charged with murder. Three of the accused pleaded not guilty. The nine defendants include seven men in their 20s from London, and two women in their 30s from of the nine defendants pleaded not guilty to involvement in an organised crime group: Paris Wilson, 34, of The Quay, PlymouthJenna Said, 38, of Ernesettle Green, PlymouthIsrael Augustus, 25, of Pulford Road, LondonIsanah Sungum, 21 of Sterling Way, LondonJean Mukuna, 23, from Werrington Street, LondonArrone Mukuna, 24, of Werrington Street, LondonThe remaining three from London, Brian Kalemba, 22, of Eastbury Square, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, of North Circular Road and Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, of Junction Road are yet to be asked to enter Augustus, Mr Adedoja, Mr Bakas-Sithole, Kalemba and Mr Sungum all from London, and Ms Wilson of Plymouth, have been charged with the six, Ms Wilson, Mr Sungum and Mr Augustus pleaded not guilty. The remaining three had yet to be asked to enter defendants have been remanded in custody, while one has been remanded on conditional bail.A trial is due to take place at Winchester Crown Court on 13 January.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Former girlfriend of a fitness instructor killed in doorstep acid attack pleads not guilty to his murder
The ex-girlfriend of a fitness instructor killed in a brutal acid attack has pleaded not guilty to his murder. Paris Wilson, 34, is charged with murdering Danny Cahalane, 38, at the home they once shared in Plymouth, Devon. Mr Cahalane 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 May 3. Former probation officer Wilson wept as she appeared in the dock at Plymouth Crown Court today wearing a navy blue dress with her blonde hair pulled back into a ponytail. She answered 'not guilty' as each of the four charges were read out, including participating in an organised crime gang that supplied drugs and enforcement of drug debts, conspiracy to murder Danny, conspiracy to commit GBH against Mr Cahalane and murder. Wilson, of The Quay, Plymouth, was remanded in custody until her trial early next year at Winchester Crown Court. Judge Robert Linford warned her: Your case is adjourned for you do not attend it will proceed in your absence. Thank you for coming today.' As she was led back to the cells, family and friends in the public gallery shouted 'love you, Paris'. Three other men from London and one woman, mother-of-three Jenna Said, also known as Jenna O'Grady, all pleaded not guilty to offences in connection with Mr Cahalane's murder. Appearing separately in the dock, Israel Augustus, 25, of Pulford Road in London, laughed and smirked as he pleaded not guilty to eight charges. They included being part of an organised crime group, aggravated burglary at Mr Cahalane's home in Lipson Road, Plymouth, having a kitchen knife in a street near the house on the day of the acid attack, murdering Mr Cahalane, selling drugs including crack cocaine, cannabis and C2, a mixture of MDMA and ketamine. During the hearing Augusts - wearing a thick Canada Goose coat with his hair in dreadlocks - also denied carrying a zombie knife in Tottenham on March 4. Said, aged 39 and from Plymouth, denied participating in organised crime and was released on bail. Isanah Sungum, 21 of Sterling Way, Edmonton, London, denied participating in organised crime and murder and was remanded in custody. Jean Mukuna, 23, and Arrone Mukuna, 24, pleaded not guilty to participating in organised crime, conspiracy to murder Mr Cahalane and conspiracy to cause him grievous bodily harm. Three other defendants Brian Kalemba, 22, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, were not arraigned during the hearing while their defence prepares possible dismissal applications. Mother-of-three Jenna Said was released on bail after pleading not guilty to participating in organised crime 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.' Wilson's LinkedIn page suggests she has previously worked in business development and holds a masters degree in public administration.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- General
- Daily Mail
Ex-girlfriend of man killed in acid attack is among six 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, England. Fitness instructor Cahalane had acid thrown in his face after answering the door to his home at 3.55am on Friday 21, February. He died in hospital ten weeks later. Nine defendants - including Wilson and mother-of-three Jenna Said - have already appeared in court charged with other offences relating to the attack on Cahalane. However, following his death, prosecutors this week further charged six of the defendants with murder. Wilson appeared in court with five male co-defendants charged with Cahalane's murder. The six defendants appeared in three brief hearings via video link. Appearing on a screen from prison, Wilson spoke to confirm her name and home address but added: 'Although I'm currently at HMP Eastwood Park'. Fellow defendants Israel Augustus, 25, Abdul-Rasheed Adedoja, 22, Ramarnee Bakas-Sithole, 22, Brian Kalemba, 22, and Isanah Sungum, 21, all from London, also appeared in court and were 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. Mother-of-two Wilson was previously charged with conspiracy to murder and kidnap Cahalane, as well as participating in the activity of an organized 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 organized crime group. Plymouth Magistrates' Court previously heard Cahalane suffered horrific facial injuries after sulphuric acid was thrown at him. In a statement issued through police following his death, 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.'
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- General
- 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.
The Sun
12-05-2025
- The Sun
Mum-of-two accused of ‘teaming up with crime gang to kidnap and kill ex' appears in court after he died in acid attack
A MUM accused of teaming up with a crime gang to kill her ex has appeared in court after he died in an acid attack. Paris Wilson, 34, allegedly plotted to murder Danny Cahalane, who was targeted at his home in Plymouth, Devon, in February. 5 5 The dad, 38, was rushed to hospital but could not be saved and died ten weeks later on May 3. Wilson appeared at Plymouth Crown Court today charged with conspiracy to murder and kidnap and participating in the activity of an organised crime group. The ex-probation officer spoke only to confirm her name as she appeared in the dock alongside Jenna Said, 38, who is charged with the same offences. Both women were remanded into custody ahead of a hearing on June 2. Seven men - Abdulrasheed Adedoja, 22, Jean Mukuna, 23, Isanah Sungum, 21, Ramarnee Bakas, 22, Arrone Mukuna, 24, and Brian Kalemba, 22 - also appeared in court today on the same charges. Adedoja, Jean Mukuna, Ramarnee Bakas and Arrone Mukuna each face a further charge of conspiring to acquire, use or possess criminal property. A ninth defendant, Israel Augustus, 25, is charged with applying a corrosive fluid with intent to burn, maim, disfigure or do grievous bodily harm, aggravated burglary, possession of an offensive weapon, and drug offences. They were also remanded into custody to appear for the plea hearing on June 2. 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. 5 5 5
