Man, 32, arrested in Suffolk in connection with murder of ‘kind and loving’ Joanne Penney in Wales

A 32-year-old man was arrested in Suffolk yesterday in connection with the murder of a mum in Wales.

Joanne Penney, 40, died after being shot in the chest at an address in Llys Illtyd, in Talbot Green, South Wales, on Sunday evening.

Emergency services attended the scene to find Ms Penney with serious injuries, and she was pronounced dead.

Yesterday, detectives took the 32-year-old man into custody in Suffolk, the seventh person arrested in the case so far.

It is believed the fatal shooting could be a case of mistaken identity.

So far, Marcus Huntley, 20, of St Mellons, Cardiff; Melissa Dashpre Quiley, 39, of Leicester; Joshua Gordon, 27, of Oadby, Leicestershire; and Tony Porter, 68, of Braunstone Town, Leicestershire, have all been charged with the Ms Penney’s murder.

Porter has also been charged with participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group.

Kristina Ginova, 21, from Oadby, Leicestershire, has also been charged with assisting an offender.

They will all appear before Cardiff Magistrates’ Court on Saturday.

On Monday, neighbours took flowers to the cordon in Talbot Green and described their shock at the incident.

Some said they had heard a gunshot in the area, which is close to a retail park.

A 42-year-old man from Talbot Green arrested on Sunday has been released without charge but has been bailed for further inquiries following an allegation of assault, the force said.

Detective Chief Superintendent Ceri Hughes said: “Our team of detectives and specialist staff are continuing to piece together the circumstances behind Joanne’s tragic death and I would still urge anyone who has information, either about her death or what happened at the property in Llys Illtyd on Sunday evening, to come forward – the smallest piece of information could be of vital importance.

Earlier this week, Joanne’s family paid tribute to her.

“We are devastated by the tragic loss of our beloved Joanne. She was a daughter, mother, sister, and niece – loved deeply by all who knew her,” they said.

“Her kindness, strength, and love for her family will never be forgotten.

“During this incredibly difficult time, we ask for privacy as we grieve and begin to process this unimaginable loss.

“We appreciate the support and condolences from the community and kindly request that our family be given the space to mourn in peace.

“We would be grateful if anyone with information could share this with the police investigation team. Thank you for respecting our wishes.”