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 9:21 pm
778 Sam
Thanks…been working on more pages today. Should be up there soon interruptions permitting!
December 4th, 2007 at 9:19 pm
890 matt
Wherever the mccs are they are keeping an eye on public opinion at least!
December 4th, 2007 at 9:19 pm
542
Chenier
To me that doesn’t explain Tanner’s ’siting’ of the so called abductor..nor the willingness of the Tapas crew to go along with the McC’s…what could their interest be in supporting the MC’s claims…knowing that the police would be asking all of them where they were and what they were doing that night?..Doctors are required to give police reports all the time in hospitals. I would find it hard to believe that they would not expect to be questioned very closely. He also would have to have been incredibly calm to walk out and have a chat with Wilkins…who remarked on his demeanor…However critical one could be of the parenting skills of the McC’s, I seriously doubt that G could have returned to the bar and waited for K to discover her own child missing from her bed?
December 4th, 2007 at 9:18 pm
887…WTF
Postman Pat is always late with his/her deliveries.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:16 pm
886…Stevo
Thanks Stevo.
I have already indicated my error in a later post.
The repositioning of the spot where the leg mark was
quoted on the page threw me a tad.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:15 pm
848 Pray for Little Soul said-
“btw, a DEVOUT Catholic would have no hesitation in ‘clearing his conscience’ - through confession!!!”
Not only that, Catholics are taught to render to Caesar, the things of Caesar, that means, you have to obey and respect the laws of the state. Stonewalling police in the investigation of your own missing daughter is the antithesis of that teaching.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
884
Who jinxed the troll to appear?
December 4th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
759 Matt
I can see the English language version with the info…did you look somewhere else? It’s still there:
http://www.policiajudiciaria.pt/htm/Ingles/missing_person/madeleine.htm
It was created on May 14 at 9:39:15pm.
Nope…it hasn’t been doctored or changed
December 4th, 2007 at 9:14 pm
Have just been on the Panorama transcript- but cant find the part Tony B was talking about when JT said I . Does it appear on the transcript?
December 4th, 2007 at 9:13 pm
Just whizzed in to say Kate and Gerry are coping well with the endless speculation,they will be freed of their status of suspects soon.All have a jolly evening and endless japes of sleuthing fun.TTFN.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:12 pm
813
Tinsel
Agreed!
They were irresponsible in Portugal, behave strangely and most people don’t understand/agree with their choices.
But tragedy doesn’t only happen to likable/nice/coherent people….
December 4th, 2007 at 9:11 pm
Most excellent! Hubbys fave programme is on, have time for guilt free addiction!
December 4th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
876
Ariel Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 9:03 pm
Mike
I really dont want to offend but he absolutley is enitled to an irish passport
I dont like it anymore than you do
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Well My Friend, Ill correct you on a Few Irish Things. He is entitled to APPLY for an Irish passport, And may even be granted one if he fulfills all the criteria. He cant play for the Irish Football team, Cos there isnt one.Its soccer youre thinking of. He Is not automatically entitled to Irish Citizenship either.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
870 Matt Good interception
December 4th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
Got to go too, back later. No offence meant to anyone!
December 4th, 2007 at 9:06 pm
Have to toodle off now and go and do the zzzzzzzzzz thingie … getting rather late here. Must say it’s been one of those RARE pleasant evenings here without all the HORRORS around. Enjoy the rest of your evening all, see you soon.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:04 pm
871
Ade Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
862 pray for the little soul
“Lesson No. 666 and a half: Don’t bite off more than you can chew.”
and she was known as “hot lips healy” at college…
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‘Hot Lips HEALER’ maybe? don’t go conjuring up any images now!
December 4th, 2007 at 9:03 pm
Mike
I really dont want to offend but he absolutley is enitled to an irish passport
I dont like it anymore than you do
December 4th, 2007 at 9:02 pm
865
Ade Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
850 wtf
i think gerrykins has a nasty smell under his nose too…
is it katiepoo?
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lol. i think Gerry’s just doing his impatient male thing and thinking it’s all gone on much longer than he’d anticipated. apres tout, Without A Trace, no? and yes we’re all innocent.
i’m going downstairs to see if my humidifier’s arrived. can all of you promise me you’ll type a wee bit slower? i will need to catch up, u know….
December 4th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
868
Ariel Says:
December 4th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
Mike
He could also play football for the Irish team if he wanted to
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Maybe in a few years when we remake Escape to Victory , We’ll call him up.
And he is definitely not entitled to an Irish passport.
December 4th, 2007 at 9:01 pm
872 blues, not far from there … grew up in Edenvale, now live in Alberton
December 4th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
joburg, northcliff, you?
December 4th, 2007 at 9:00 pm
862 pray for the little soul
“Lesson No. 666 and a half: Don’t bite off more than you can chew.”
and she was known as “hot lips healy” at college…
December 4th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
860…what
He’s Twattish……end of rumpus.
December 4th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
865 ade
LOL
He has that look about him that suggests he suspects someone of farting!
December 4th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
Mike
He could also play football for the Irish team if he wanted to
December 4th, 2007 at 8:58 pm
He is
December 4th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
862
They have created a monster. a great big ginormous mcMonster!
December 4th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
850 wtf
i think gerrykins has a nasty smell under his nose too…
is it katiepoo?
December 4th, 2007 at 8:57 pm
Well he aint Irish, Thats for sure. And he is NOT entitled to an Irish passport.