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Mother of Four Shot Dead in Gang Hit
31 Jan
Summary
- Joanne Penney was fatally shot after opening her door.
- The murder stemmed from a rivalry between two drug gangs.
- Five individuals have been found guilty of her murder.
An innocent mother-of-four, Joanne Penney, was tragically killed in a gang-related shooting on March 9 last year. The 40-year-old was shot at close range after opening the door to a flat she was visiting in South Wales. Marcus Huntley, 21, admitted to pulling the trigger and was found guilty of murder.
Jurors at Cardiff Crown Court also convicted four co-defendants: Jordan Mills-Smith, Joshua Gordon, Melissa Quailey-Daspher, and Kristina Ginova, of murder. The motive for the fatal incident was reportedly a clash between two rival drug gangs in the Talbot Green area. Another man, Tony Porter, was found not guilty of murder.
Evidence presented during the trial showed Huntley, Mills-Smith, and Quailey-Dashper arriving at the flat, with Huntley armed with the handgun used in the shooting. They subsequently returned to a car driven by Porter, where Gordon was also present. Ginova waited at a fast-food restaurant with Gordon's mobile phone. The convicted individuals will face sentencing at a later date.
Ms. Penney's family expressed their devastation, remembering her as a loving daughter, mother, sister, and niece. South Wales Police commended the investigation team for their diligent work. Detective Chief Inspector Lianne Rees stated that while the convictions cannot bring Ms. Penney back, they hope the outcome provides some solace to her grieving family.
