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 1:04 pm
Ariel
194
When my eldest started nursery he came home very proud and told us he had learned a song about Gold Fackissisimaaaa. We still call it that in our house.
December 4th, 2007 at 1:04 pm
think this wont be sorted till easter somehow
December 4th, 2007 at 1:04 pm
194…Ariel
“”"and gold frankewhatist and……… Daily Mirror.
December 4th, 2007 at 1:03 pm
What?
You’ve cracked it
December 4th, 2007 at 1:03 pm
Ariel
Thats all they have to do follow the star
December 4th, 2007 at 1:02 pm
WILL HI
ECHELEON PIGGIES & KEYS to many apartments with freezers to let or for sale ? most estate agents have at least keys to 24 apartments for sale or holiday let at a time.
Bounty junior and young Stud just arrived at home for summer holidays Mrs Bounty still on tranqulizers and wearing sunglasses in doors. All in deep mourning. please convey to all Bounty sympathisers.
December 4th, 2007 at 1:02 pm
and gold frankewhatist and whatever
December 4th, 2007 at 1:00 pm
Mary
miracles do indeed occur - that disused barn is beginning to make sense now - Madeleine will be reincarnated - (someone should have told them 3 days is enough) The towel was obviously meant to be on a little kids head and they are just looking for a donkey
December 4th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
Well said Mary!
December 4th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
190…mary
Spoilsport.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:57 pm
Don’t know what happened to my rules of the vest…….must be in moderation
December 4th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
We should all be concentrating on finding wee Madeleine instead of sniping at her lovely, caring and innocent parents. Miricles have been known to happen at this time of year.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
Has anyone seen his mate that went down . They have stopped looking for him aswell.
I think you will find them all holed up together
December 4th, 2007 at 12:55 pm
150 - Lulu
Did Mods and Admin never let you change your name back? Or did you just get to like it?
I kind of like it. Am hoping I can have a complete renewal this way, although of course as far as numerology goes - it has the same value. But perhaps the biblical resonance could give me a halo of sombre lighting.
152 - Hi Ade, I look forward to hearing it. I think with your love and appreciation of fun, it could be a lively piece .
Perhaps all of us should present something of ourselves to the forum. Brandon did her You Tube thing today, you could bless us with your musical gift. Recipes, anything. It is so strange that we are all anonymous despite spending so much time together and observing each others habits and behavior.
I have managed to cut my time on here back drastically. But would still classify myself as an addict. When I read about the 17 cells I called in my 12 year old son Cian. I was so passionate that he was a bit taken aback. He told me way in the beginning that the mother did it not the father but that they were guilty. This is when I still believed in them. Anyway for all the times he has taken over my supper duty to enable me to get my fix here, I share information that I think is relevant to the case. I read him the funnier postings etc.
This morning I was saying to him that those scientists working on those 17 cells, are the best in what they do. They will never be in huge stadiums held aloft on shoulders, or on stages, strutting their stuff. Or in glossy magazines. But those guys are so good at what they do, that they are going to give life and meaning to 17 cells.
If I was going to do a movie about his case, I would definitely spend less time on footage of the parents, fuck we have all seen more than enough of that, but to focus on the beings behind the scenes that have taken the case to its conclusion. Dog handlers, Amaral and his team, prosecutors etc etc. I think it should definitely be a Portuguese production.
So if anyone behind the scenes ever had to read any of this I would like to thank them for their excellence. See kids it pays to do what interests you and then to do it really well.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:54 pm
Would explain a lot - aircraft ,balloons, face like a squashed bluebottle
December 4th, 2007 at 12:54 pm
185…Ariel
I wonder if he thinks that the McC’s did the same with Madeleine…
…dropped her off in the country.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:54 pm
Rockhopper
Rules of the vest.
Don’t touch that
Don’t touch that
Treat with respect at all times
All blood spillages must be reported to the management
No children to be left unattended at any time (shouldn’t need telling, but you always get some idiot)
No smoking
No swinging
Please dispose of litter thoughtfully
December 4th, 2007 at 12:52 pm
Lulu, Matt
Made hin into the man he is today?
Do you think he had an encounter with a fly on his travels!?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:50 pm
183…Lulu
Oh dear….bad experience then.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:49 pm
Matt
180
Yes, he did. He said it had made him into the man he is today.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:49 pm
Virgin Islands?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:48 pm
Let the train take the strain. Or the rope?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:47 pm
176…Lulu
And did he ?
December 4th, 2007 at 12:46 pm
175…mary
That Dav… Philomena knows nuffin.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:46 pm
Lulu, you’re one tough cookie, so many rules. Anything else I should be aware of!
December 4th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
They’re in Brasil cracking nuts.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
what ?
169
Good ol Dick,
D’ya know, I once saw RB being interviewed on the TV and he said that when he was 4 years old his mother put him out of the car into the country lanes and told him to find his own way home.
Very telling.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
If Dave is right then the inhabitants of Coatbridge must be dancing in the streets - just think of the Hogmany party up there this year with newly cleared K and G as guests of honour.
I’m Scottish myself but won’t be celebrating.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:45 pm
Clunk , Click. Every trip.
December 4th, 2007 at 12:44 pm
Or up shit creek?