Madeleine McCann: The Scenic 17, Dr Denny Says And DNA
MADDY WATCH - Anorak’s at-a-glance guide to press coverage of Madeleine McCann
DAILY EXPRESS page 21: “New DNA tests could unlock the mystery of lost Madeleine”
More DNA tests at the Forensic Science Service laboratory in Birmingham And this after the DNA tests proved inconclusive…
“Seventeen human cells could provide a major breakthrough in the Madeleine McCann mystery…The DNA samples are being examined by scientists in Britain and Portuguese detectives believe the evidence could unlock an investigation which is now in its eighth month”
The Tapas 7. The Tapas 9. The Scenic 17…
Guilhermino Encarnacao, head of the Policia Judiciaria in the Algarve, says: “We have asked the laboratory to carry out more tests and exhaust every possibility of obtaining conclusive results”
Says Forensic scientist Dr Ronald Denny (not working on the case): “A cell is negligible – you can just about see it under a microscope. It’s a sample someone would leave behind with the touch of a finger. But when placed with certain biochemicals a small amount of DNA grows to a size that can be analysed”
“GP Kate and heart consultant Gerry” are “both 39”
THE SUN page 15: “Only 17 cells of DNA in hol car”
“Cops looking for Madeleine McCann are banking on ‘a smidgen’ of DNA evidence. Scientists have found just 17 cells on samples taken from a hire car rented by Kate and Gerry McCann and their holiday flat”
Says independent forensic expert Dr Ronald Denny: “It is not a hopeless task. If they have 17 cells then they can carry it off very effectively in Birmingham, one of the leading labs in the world”
DAILY MAIL page 5: “Mission Impossible – Forensic evidence too poor to solve mystery of Madeleine, say police”
But Dr Denny is telling two papers otherwise…
A source tells Portuguese newspaper 24 Horas: “It is highly unlikely they will find a DNA connection…If everybody refuses to make statements, which is perfectly possible, we will be left with our hands tied. This is a case which could hang by a thread for years and we may never be able to prove what actually happened to that child”
But what about Dr Denny. Why don’t they ask Dr Denny?
Says Dr Denny: “A person, or their possessions, have to be present for the cells to come off”
DAILY MIRROR page 7: “Maddy: Smidgen of DNA will work?”
Dr Denny is on the case, or not. But the “independent British expert” does have an opinion which is able to share with all of us
DAILY STAR page 9: “MADDIE: IT’S ALL DOWN TO 17 CELLS”
Dr Denny is talking to Star readers…
“Top cop in blast at private eyes” – Former deputy chief constable of Manchester Police John Stalker says of Metodo 3: “I’m not impressed with these people at all. I’d be very surprised if they get anywhere”
This is the same Stalker who delivered “MY VERDICT” to Express reader back in October
“There’s a world of difference in following a paper chase and finding a flesh-and-blood child”
Or a newspaper chase…
DAILY TELEGRAPH page 11: “Madeleine tests are ‘mission impossible’”
Says a source in 24 Horas: “The samples reportedly include microscopic spots of blood from the Ocean Club apartment where Madeleine went missing and ‘bodily fluids’ and hair from the Renault Scenic hired by the McCanns 25 days after their daughter’s disappearance. The samples are so small that, while it will not be impossible to find a DNA link between the car, apartment and Madeleine, it’s highly unlikely The tests being carried out are extremely complex”
But Dr Denny says…
Says Clarence Mitchell: “Kate and Gerry’s friends have consistently said they are happy to be re-interviewed by police if necessary. Indeed, they are keen to help if it clears up any inconsistencies. They, like Gerry and Kate, have nothing to hide”
THE GUARDIAN and THE INDEPENDENT: “No Madeleine news today
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December 4th, 2007 at 12:43 pm
Are they on the road to hell.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:43 pm
SteveT
LOL!
December 4th, 2007 at 12:42 pm
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Ariel
Or contact Metodo 3.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:42 pm
Ariel
Reports saying that they are staying at Richard Bransons
December 4th, 2007 at 12:41 pm
SteveT
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I can state with confidence that they are NOT in my string vest. I wouldn’t have them with their grubby habits, nappies, rotting meat, scent of death. No, they are seriously barred by order of the management.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:41 pm
We ought to be looking for them then! we could look at pics on the internet or see the pope or something, you know leave no stone unturned
December 4th, 2007 at 12:39 pm
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Ariel
I dont think anyone here knows where they are.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:38 pm
sorry if said before but are they in Portugal now? getting a bit lost with it all - seems very quiet
December 4th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
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Lone Pigeon
Why not. Thanks.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:34 pm
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rockhopper
No change yet, I’m still confident though.
Fine, you do the tiffin, just watch what you’re doing, any breakages must be paid for.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:31 pm
I’m going for a pint soon if anyones interested!
December 4th, 2007 at 12:30 pm
Interesting cut and paste blogg from bubbles on skye
December 4th, 2007 at 12:30 pm
Sorry for going awol for a time, any news, arrests, convictions, summary executions?
Lulu, tiffin at 1(ish)?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:24 pm
ariel they have already clonned her many times thats why she has been seen in eight countries
December 4th, 2007 at 12:24 pm
I’m skeptical that this “17 cells” refers to all of the samples. I think it refers only to a subset of them. Blood, body fluids, hair… from several locations. Also, I would assume that they submitted newly found evidence (in bag at airport; on towel at disused barn, etc) — the “new tests” might refer to this.
As an example of what I’m talking about, one thing the PJ was interested in doing was getting DNA samples from AROUND the places where blood was found. If they did get such samples, these are distinct and separate from the blood samples.
Very deliberately both British and Portuguese are not describing the evidence in complete detail. This “17 cell” remark is another subterfuge, to make it seem like there is less than there really is. JMO.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:21 pm
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Ariel
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Lulu
………….
Ugh!
Terrible thought, has anyone seen the fly?
That really WOULD be the ultimate Renault McCann.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
sorry that should read 17 cells
December 4th, 2007 at 12:18 pm
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Ariel
She was already cloned once (allegedly)!
How many times can you grow the same child?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:17 pm
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Still wondering what their motive could be…
I initially thought,when they were made formal suspects,that something sinister did happen and they (especially KM) were in psychosis and thus in denial.
But how long can that state last… and on the other hand they were keen to claim they were not on medication - which could have been just understandable in a state of shock or despair - for two doctors who are aware of the reasonable cure.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:15 pm
Actually I was just thinking……If the FSS are ‘growing’ 17 found in Renault - couldnt they just grow her back again!?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:15 pm
139 hannasus
i like 17 cells - it will be an acoustic guitar instrumental not a song
supreme understanding will be the cd title…
now where’s me geetarrr…
December 4th, 2007 at 12:13 pm
TEAM MCCANN MONEY LAUNDERING
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Sherlock Says:
“The posters concluded that without credentials in missing children, without a presence in Morocco, why would the McCanns hire them (and pay them an absolute fortune) if not to channel the money from the fund back into the McCanns pockets through the back door?”
Especially since tycoon Brian Kennedy’s lawyer Smethurst is in charge of Metodo3. So on the one side you have Clarence Mitchell (also employee of Brian Kennedy) and on the other Smethurst. In the middle is Metodo3, which knows all about financial fraud.
2+2=?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:12 pm
hannusas
Did Mods and Admin never let you change your name back? Or did you just get to like it?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
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Beautifully said
December 4th, 2007 at 12:11 pm
me too
December 4th, 2007 at 12:10 pm
I do hope so Ade !
December 4th, 2007 at 12:09 pm
as i have posted many times:
dna does not matter
the phone taps will nail them
the tapparrattti will break ranks
no body required - a confession will do…
excellent sport and ripping fun
December 4th, 2007 at 12:09 pm
SteveT
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Sofia the child that doesn’t particularly look like Maddie imo and was never called Madeleine despite reports to the contrary.
Your Geography is sh*t hot though, have a sticker!
December 4th, 2007 at 12:04 pm
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Totje Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 11:54 am
126 chenier
“Well, in a break from knocking the kitchen wall down, I can summarise today’s press as a litany on the vital importance of 17 cells.
Now, if we could only find the other eight…”
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If the reward is big enough, I’ll go and search my house..
D*mn Lulu I need those get well cards, loads of them. Thank you June for your suggestion.
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June’s suggestion was indeed, truly inspired. However, a partially demolished wall is also effective…
December 4th, 2007 at 12:03 pm
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Lulu
Unfortunately not. That was one one the conditions of having the tag removed.