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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Former UK police officer found guilty in brutal killing of wife who uncovered his double life
An ex-police officer from England has been found guilty of murdering his wife in Georgia after she discovered his affair, an exposure that reportedly threatened to reveal his fraudulent immigration status. Brian McManus, 57, a former officer with the London police and originally from the UK, was found guilty of killing his 63-year-old wife, Lucille Ann McManus, in 2023. The Houston County District Attorney's Office confirmed the conviction in a Facebook statement this week. Authorities emphasized that Brian McManus attempted to conceal his crime, shift blame onto the victim's family, and avoid punishment, but fell short. "McManus tried to cover the murder up, pin it on the victim's family, and walk away without consequence. He failed," the DA's office wrote in a statement. "Because of the work of the Warner Robins Police Department, forensic experts, and Houston County Asst. DAs Justin Duane and Lauren Fletcher, the truth won out." Daughter Of Irish Man Beaten To Death By American Wife, Her Ex-fbi Agent Father Rejects Self-defense Claims The case began on November 24, 2023, when officers responded to what was initially reported as a suicide at the couple's residence in Warner Robins, Georgia. Upon arrival, police found Lucille's body on a bed with a head wound, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. She was reportedly found unclothed, according to FOX 5. Read On The Fox News App Prosecutors allege Brian McManus struck his wife with an object as she exited the shower, strangled her, then cleaned up and walked the dog. Brian McManus, who reportedly made the 911 call, claimed he returned home from walking his dog to find his wife dead, according to the outlet. However, during the trial, prosecutors noted that he gave conflicting statements and showed no concern for his wife, only distress about being viewed as the prime suspect. Barry Morphew Seen For First Time After Jail Booking, Maintains Innocence In Wife's Death The outlet reported that he even attempted to blame the murder on the victim's granddaughter and her boyfriend, who they lived with, but cell phone data disproved their presence. Security footage also captured him near a drainage ditch where police found a rubber mallet and cell phone. Investigators also discovered that the couple met on the popular dating app, Tinder, and were married within three months, per FOX 5. McManus had previously worked for the London police but was dismissed after several women accused him of sexually threatening behavior. According to the outlet, his first marriage ended after he was arrested for domestic violence. Authorities said Brian McManus was involved with another woman in Florida and that his wife discovered the affair when he accidentally sent her a message intended for his mistress. She then threatened to expose their alleged "sham" marriage, according to prosecutors. Alex Murdaugh's Defense Attorney Explains Why He Thinks The Disgraced Lawyer Is Innocent, Will Get A New Trial Several witnesses alleged that the marriage was arranged primarily to help Brian McManus obtain a U.S. green card, according to reports. "Miss Ann was a lonely woman, and the defendant used that to his advantage. He used her to abuse our immigration system and then, when he got caught, brutally killed her," Assistant District Attorney Ada Duane said. "No one deserves to die like that. McManus is a serial liar and con man who attempted to hide the fact that he murdered his wife by tampering with evidence and blaming others. He is a textbook narcissist who thinks he is the smartest man in the room. I am glad that the jury saw him for what he was – a monster – and grateful that the victim's family finally has some answers." "This was a brutal and calculated murder carried out by an evil sociopath who views the women in his life as disposable," District Attorney Eric Z. Edwards said. "Brian McManus was not only willing to exploit our immigration system and manipulate a vulnerable woman into a sham marriage—he was willing to kill her when she became inconvenient. And then he tried to cover it up, pin it on her family, and walk away without consequence. He failed." Officials said as their community undertakes a renewed effort to prevent family violence-related homicides, this case serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the lives at risk. "As our community launches a renewed initiative to prevent family violence homicides, this case is a gut-wrenching reminder of what's at stake. This office will never hesitate to bring the full weight of the law down on abusers who mistake silence for weakness," the DA's office said. A spokesperson for Tinder told Fox News Digital that they can't comment on any individual's account, but said that the safety of their members is their highest priority. "If a user contacts us to report a crime or unsafe incident—whether it occurred on the app or following a match, we take the matter extremely seriously and follow a structured, trauma-informed response protocol," the company said. The company added that they also have a dedicated law enforcement portal, the first of its kind in the industry, which allows "qualified law enforcement agencies to securely request information related to ongoing investigations." "We stand ready to assist investigations by providing relevant data in compliance with applicable laws and privacy protocols," the company said. Fox News Digital reached out to the Houston County District Attorney's Office, but did not immediately receive a article source: Former UK police officer found guilty in brutal killing of wife who uncovered his double life
New York Post
7 days ago
- New York Post
Former UK police officer Brian McManus found guilty in brutal killing of wife who uncovered his double life in Georgia
An ex-police officer from England has been found guilty of murdering his wife in Georgia after she discovered his affair, an exposure that reportedly threatened to reveal his fraudulent immigration status. Brian McManus, 57, a former officer with the London police and originally from the UK, was found guilty of killing his 63-year-old wife, Lucille Ann McManus, in 2023. Advertisement The Houston County District Attorney's Office confirmed the conviction in a Facebook statement this week. Authorities emphasized that Brian McManus attempted to conceal his crime, shift blame onto the victim's family, and avoid punishment, but fell short. 'McManus tried to cover the murder up, pin it on the victim's family, and walk away without consequence. He failed,' the DA's office wrote in a statement. 'Because of the work of the Warner Robins Police Department, forensic experts, and Houston County Asst. DAs Justin Duane and Lauren Fletcher, the truth won out.' The case began on November 24, 2023, when officers responded to what was initially reported as a suicide at the couple's residence in Warner Robins, Georgia. Advertisement 4 Lucille Ann McManus was killed by her husband, Brian McManus, in 2023. FOX News Upon arrival, police found Lucille's body on a bed with a head wound, according to the Warner Robins Police Department. She was reportedly found unclothed, according to FOX 5. Prosecutors allege Brian McManus struck his wife with an object as she exited the shower, strangled her, then cleaned up and walked the dog. Advertisement Brian McManus, who reportedly made the 911 call, claimed he returned home from walking his dog to find his wife dead, according to the outlet. However, during the trial, prosecutors noted that he gave conflicting statements and showed no concern for his wife, only distress about being viewed as the prime suspect. 4 McManus is a former officer with the London police. FOX News The outlet reported that he even attempted to blame the murder on the victim's granddaughter and her boyfriend, who they lived with, but cell phone data disproved their presence. Advertisement Security footage also captured him near a drainage ditch where police found a rubber mallet and cell phone. Investigators also discovered that the couple met on the popular dating app, Tinder, and were married within three months, per FOX 5. McManus had previously worked for the London police but was dismissed after several women accused him of sexually threatening behavior. According to the outlet, his first marriage ended after he was arrested for domestic violence. 4 Prosecutors alleged McManus hit his wife with an object as she exited the shower and strangled her. 13WMAZ / YouTube Authorities said Brian McManus was involved with another woman in Florida and that his wife discovered the affair when he accidentally sent her a message intended for his mistress. She then threatened to expose their alleged 'sham' marriage, according to prosecutors. Several witnesses alleged that the marriage was arranged primarily to help Brian McManus obtain a US green card, according to reports. Advertisement 'Miss Ann was a lonely woman, and the defendant used that to his advantage. He used her to abuse our immigration system and then, when he got caught, brutally killed her,' Assistant District Attorney Ada Duane said. 'No one deserves to die like that. McManus is a serial liar and con man who attempted to hide the fact that he murdered his wife by tampering with evidence and blaming others. He is a textbook narcissist who thinks he is the smartest man in the room. I am glad that the jury saw him for what he was – a monster – and grateful that the victim's family finally has some answers.' 'This was a brutal and calculated murder carried out by an evil sociopath who views the women in his life as disposable,' District Attorney Eric Z. Edwards said. 'Brian McManus was not only willing to exploit our immigration system and manipulate a vulnerable woman into a sham marriage—he was willing to kill her when she became inconvenient. And then he tried to cover it up, pin it on her family, and walk away without consequence. He failed.' 4 The couple lived in Warner Robins, Ga., a city located in the center of the state. 13WMAZ / YouTube Officials said as their community undertakes a renewed effort to prevent family violence-related homicides, this case serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the lives at risk. Advertisement 'As our community launches a renewed initiative to prevent family violence homicides, this case is a gut-wrenching reminder of what's at stake. This office will never hesitate to bring the full weight of the law down on abusers who mistake silence for weakness,' the DA's office said. A spokesperson for Tinder told Fox News Digital that they can't comment on any individual's account, but said that the safety of their members is their highest priority. 'If a user contacts us to report a crime or unsafe incident—whether it occurred on the app or following a match, we take the matter extremely seriously and follow a structured, trauma-informed response protocol,' the company said. Advertisement The company added that they also have a dedicated law enforcement portal, the first of its kind in the industry, which allows 'qualified law enforcement agencies to securely request information related to ongoing investigations.' 'We stand ready to assist investigations by providing relevant data in compliance with applicable laws and privacy protocols,' the company said. Fox News Digital reached out to the Houston County District Attorney's Office, but did not immediately receive a response.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
James McManus and Jake Doyle-Hayes get the goals as Sligo Rovers dump Dundalk out of FAI Cup
SLIGO ROVERS have suffered more than their fair share of surprise early round FAI Cup exits in recent years. But early second-half goals from James McManus and Jake Doyle-Hayes ensured there was to be no repeat away to Advertisement The Bit O'Red, whose boss John Russell was missing due to illness, have gone out in the early rounds in each of the last four seasons, falling to a 2-0 defeat at home to UCD last year. A prospect of another shock appeared on the cards when the First Division leaders bossed the first half. That was until two goals inside four minutes — a screamer from on-loan Bohs midfielder McManus and a header from JDH — ensured that Sligo's dreams of a sixth remain alive. The visitors almost got off to a dream start when Will Fitzgerald slipped Jad Hakiki in on the left early but he was denied by Enda Minogue. That would prove to be Sligo's only attempt of note in the opening half. Advertisement Red More on FAI Cup Dundalk's first attempt arrived on 16 minutes when former spring to his right to push Harry Groome's long-range attempt away. The former work on the right from Declan McDaid, Shane Tracey and JR Wilson saw the latter pull the ball back for Groome ten yards out. But he curled his effort the wrong side of the post. Sligo then hit the front within six minutes of the restart with a stunning strike from McManus, who met a partially cleared corner at the edge of the box with a cracking right-footed strike that flew past Minogue to the top right-hand corner. Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive Live Blog And it was then 2-0 on 54 minutes when Will Fitzgerald's cross from the left was flicked on by the head of Doyle-Hayes and into the net. League of Ireland mascots compete in charity race in Naas The Louth men almost responded five minutes later when Shane Tracey's ball in was met first-time by Gbemi Arubi only for his low effort to be brilliantly turned around the post by Sargeant. Team-mate Andy Paraschiv then let fly from distance on 68 minutes with an effort that dipped just over the bar. A Dundalk onslaught then saw fellow substitute Dean Ebbe let the visitors off on 84 minutes when he latched on to a slack back pass to beat Sargeant but his effort lacked the power to get over the line. Advertisement In a final home side push, Horgan forced another fine save from Sargeant as Sligo marched on to the next round of the Cup. SUN STAR MAN Sam Sargeant (Sligo Rovers) DUNDALK : Minogue 7; Wilson 6, Leonard 7, Sean McHale 5 (O'Keeffe 22, 6), Keogh 6 (Spaight 71, 6); Dervin 7, Tracey 7 (Paraschiv 61, 6); McDaid 6 (Kenny 61, 5), Groome 6, Horgan 6; Arubi 7 (Ebbe 61, 4). Advertisement SLIGO ROVERS : Sargeant 9; Reynolds 6, Denham 7, McClean 7, Fitzgerald 7; Doyle-Hayes 7 (Patton 66, 6), McManus 7; Elding 6, Hakiki 8, O'Kane 6 (McDonagh 77, 6); Waweru 5 (Quirk 46, 6). REFEREE : A O'Dowd (Dublin) 5. 1 James McManus of Sligo Rovers celebrates after scoring his side's first goal against Dundalk Credit: Ben McShane/Sportsfile
Irish Examiner
7 days ago
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Quickfire double sees Sligo Rovers past Dundalk
FAI Cup: Dundalk 0 Sligo Rovers 2 (McManus 51, Doyle-Hayes 54) Two goals inside four second half minutes from James McManus and Jake Doyle-Hayes saw Sligo Rovers avoid another early FAI Cup exit at the hands of First Division leaders Dundalk at Oriel Park. The Bit O Red, whose manager John Russell was missing due to illness, have gone out of the Cup in the early rounds in each of the previous four seasons, including following a 2-0 defeat at home to UCD last year. A prospect of another shock appeared on the cards when Ciaran Kilduff's side bossed first half proceedings but a screamer from on-loan Bohs midfielder McManus and a header from Doyle-Hayes ensured that Sligo's dreams of a sixth FAI Cup win remain alive in 2025. The visitors almost got off to a dream start when Will Fitzgerald slipped Jad Hakiki in on the left inside the opening two minutes but he was denied by Enda Minogue at close range at the expense of a corner. That would prove to be Sligo's only noteworthy attempt of the opening half, with Dundalk slowly growing into it after a nervous opening. Goalkeeper Sam Sargeant was one of Sligo's star performers on the night and he was called into action on 24 minutes when he pushed Harry Groome's effort away from long range. The former Bray Wanderers midfielder then should have given the Louth men the lead in first-half stoppage time when he was picked out by JR Wilson but he could only pull his effort wide. Sligo then hit the front within six minutes of the restart with a stunning strike from McManus, who met a partially cleared corner at the edge of the box with a stunning right footed strike that flew past Minogue to the top right hand corner. It was then 2-0 on 54 minutes with Will Fitzgerald's cross from the left flicked on by the head of Doyle-Hayes and into the bottom right hand corner. To their credit, Dundalk didn't throw in the towel with Sargeant denying both Gbemi Arubi and Daryl Horgan either side of an attempt from Andy Paraschiv that dipped just over. Dean Ebbe also had a big chance to set up a tense finale but despite beating Sargeant with six minutes to go, his effort lacked the power to cross the line. DUNDALK: Minogue; Wilson, Leonard, Sean McHale (O'Keeffe 22), Keogh (Spaight 71); Dervin, Tracey (Parashiv 61); McDaid (Kenny 61), Groome, Horgan; Arubi (Ebbe 61). SLIGO ROVERS: Sargeant; Reynolds, Denham, McClean, Fitzgerald; Doyle-Hayes (Patton 66), McManus; Elding, Hakiki, O'Kane (McDonagh 77); Waweru (Quirk HT). Referee: Aaron O'Dowd.
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Time of India
Texas highway crash: 4 killed, 18 injured in San Antonio; armed suspect still at large
Image: X@/News4SA Four people were killed, and eighteen others were hospitalized with various injuries following a high-speed crash in San Antonio, Texas, on Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred around 2.00 pm (local time) on Interstate 35 when a stolen white Camaro, traveling at high speed, slammed into a small transport bus towing a trailer. Following the crash, four suspects, at least one of them armed with an assault rifle, fled the scene, as per the San Antonio police chief Bill McManus. Two people were pronounced dead at the scene, while 18 others were injured, said McManus. Two more people died later on Thursday night, as per local media News 4 and KSAT. 'Major crash with fatalities 35S over Leon Creek. Prelim info is stolen Camaro wrecked into a small bus pulling a trailer. Two deceased, 18 transported to hospitals. Age range of victims young children to seniors. Four suspects in Camaro fled scene. One was armed. Avoid area!!' McManus said through a post on X. The transportation company Transportes Guerra issued a statement on Facebook. 'Through this Medium, we inform you that today we had an accident, and if you have relatives coming with us from Fort Worth to Mexico, please communicate with the office phone 8303195168,8621097187,6827581055. Thanks in advance, we will continue with the routes until now, and any issues will be informed to you by this medium," it said.
