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 7:06 pm
stevo
You dont think I’ve frightened him off do you?
December 4th, 2007 at 7:05 pm
has anyone been fingering Charlotte Pennington?
we should be told…
December 4th, 2007 at 7:05 pm
665…Pray For Little Soul
Think the Nanny is showing signs of being a wannabe mini-celeb.
Can be a useful step for future career prospects I guess.
December 4th, 2007 at 7:05 pm
Dummy! Dont run away…………….which bleedin town is it ffs………and what pub/street. I know the place firkin well. Answer me for gawd sake. I wanna pint!
December 4th, 2007 at 7:05 pm
I have visions of her trying to put on 10 stone in order not to be identified in the identity line up!
December 4th, 2007 at 7:04 pm
stev0
where’s dummy gone?
December 4th, 2007 at 7:03 pm
669
Rationalist, you’re right about that. And about the dog and competition, it depends on the character of the dog and how the parents introduce the baby and handle the dog. In our family no-one ever had any trouble with it.
December 4th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
On the Find Madeleine merchandise page. The description of the wristbands says:
“Good quality wristbands to keep reminding you about Madeleine.”
Shit…as if we need reminding. I must buy 2 dozen!
December 4th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
666
Stevo Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
655 Garth
Why? What are you fishing for?
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There you go stevo
December 4th, 2007 at 7:02 pm
Totje.
I’m on a mac right now and I know that macs are unusually smart but this baby is a regular, case-cracking genius.
December 4th, 2007 at 7:01 pm
668 Nemesis
I wonder if the PJ have a witness who saw the McCanns lurking around some barn…
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
662 Garth
Good God Garth…what are you? The PJ or something?
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
658
Totje
We travel too much…would be a nightmare trying to find sitters all the time…but we do dog sit the sweetest black dog when her ‘parents’ travel sometimes…her ‘parents’ are expecting their first baby…so i wonder how the dog will like a bit of competition??
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
Read This is London McCanns may face identity parade……….Better than a firing squad I suppose.
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
631
Stevo Says:
“627 dummy
The site is still selling merchandise:
http://store.findmadeleine.com/
The posters seem to have gone but you can buy t-shirts for 6.50 and wristbands for 2 quid.
If I had a missing child I’d give that stuff away or do it myself. I can’t believe you’d be in the frame of mind to want to make money off your missing child.”
I still can’t believe that the McCs are making money (out of Madeleine) just for themselves. I’m assuming that the money raised would be intended to ‘further their cause’ - finding Madeleine - in which case I wouldn’t buy a poster because the donations made to that cause should be also used to finding all other missing children and setting up systems to combat abduction around Europe or the world.
December 4th, 2007 at 7:00 pm
655 Garth
Why? What are you fishing for?
December 4th, 2007 at 6:59 pm
is the Nanny just having a bit of harmless fun in the spotlight at Robert Murat’s expense or is she a puppet on The Stage of Abduction? is a pattern forming? when does she rear her pretty little head? what’s she after, or is her puppeteer after? is she there to take the heat off, and then, to take the heat off of whom? is she a decoy?
December 4th, 2007 at 6:59 pm
Word Origin of “bane”.
OLD ENGLISH bana (thing causing death, poison) of Germanic origin.
Where on earth did that come from?
December 4th, 2007 at 6:59 pm
Portia I don’t think Garth can do that. His/her name would have been displayed in stead of yours. Use the “page back” function of Explorer/Firefox? a couple of times until you see your post in the box. Then you can check it.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:58 pm
656
Dummy Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
Garth, yes I’m sure LOL
Stevo, Playa de Palma/El Arenal
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Yeah but which town? It cant be both unless you have two?
December 4th, 2007 at 6:58 pm
656 dummy
That’s at the north end of the island isn’t it? After my situation in ‘85 I try to avoid Magalluf/Palma Nova like the plague. It was Irish fortnight when I stayed there and some ginger haired lad drowned in the pool after getting drunk. It was more like Beirut.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:57 pm
Stevo, yes it makes you wonder if it was all a plan to make money that got out of hand.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:56 pm
dummy
In ‘85 I had my own Mallorca Tapas Bar situation. I went to Santa Ponsa one Sunday afternoon and when I got back to Palma Nova around 6pm, I got to my apartment and when I put the key in the door it fell inside the room. It had been ripped off its hinges and propped up to look like nobody had been in. My “abductor” stole mine and my 3 mates’ socks off the balcony, money and a few other things. My “Mr Rebelo” came in, had a look around and said “hand me the insurance form”…he signed it and left.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
648
and never ever want to have the last word.
Rationalist, poor you, no dogs no cats, they’re great company though sometimes even better then hubbies. Hubbies argue, animals don’t, they just love you
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
650. Totje.
No way. I always review my posts before posting.
I don’t recall ever using the word, I had to look it up on my dashboard.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
Garth, yes I’m sure LOL
Stevo, Playa de Palma/El Arenal
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
647
Stevo Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 6:52 pm
642 Dummy
It makes you wonder if Madeleine was abducted in order to make money and then it all went pear shaped and she had to go.
Which town…not been back to Mallorca in years but been plenty of times.
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………and what pub and which street?
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
Just popping in to say I’m not popping in.
Mr Lulu managed to fill his eye with industrial bleach, he’s all dealt with and thoroughly p’d off looking like a cat that got caught in the rain.
So my mercy dashes have left me with 2 cars 10 miles apart and a squiffy eyed husband. Sigh.
Off on the bus soon. May try to come back later but could be tricky.
December 4th, 2007 at 6:55 pm
646
Totje
AAAAAhhh huh!!!
December 4th, 2007 at 6:54 pm
601
I don’t know how to “ring” my own neck - somebody get Garth dictionary for Xmas!!!