In a shocking turn of events, a woman has been accused of playing a role in a deadly shooting after agreeing to knock on a door for just £10 of crack cocaine. Melissa Quailey-Dashper, 40, is currently on trial, denying any knowledge of the grim outcome. The tragic incident unfolded in Talbot Green, where 40-year-old Joanne Penney was tragically shot on her doorstep, allegedly due to a drug-fuelled gang clash.
Marcus Huntley, 21, has already admitted to the crime, but Quailey-Dashper, alongside others, maintains her innocence, claiming she was oblivious to the shooting plan. She told police she felt “intimidated” and was just doing what was asked. She described hearing gunshots and having a “vague idea” that something was wrong, but insisted she couldn’t act due to her precarious situation with those involved.
The court heard that Quailey-Dashper travelled from Leicester with Huntley and others on the day of the incident. Despite hearing the shots, she claims she was too shocked to react and was more focused on returning home to get more drugs.
This case is currently being heard at Cardiff Crown Court and is unfolding with more details emerging each day. Stay tuned for updates on this gripping and tragic story.