- Ashley Dale’s tragic murder
- Glastonbury feud escalates
- Defendants face murder charges
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The court heard about the tragic murder of Ashley Dale in her home, stemming from a Glastonbury feud.
Ashley Dale, aged 28, was fatally shot in Liverpool’s Old Swan on August 21, 2022.
The prosecution asserted that Ms. Dale’s companion was the intended target.
Five men deny charges of murder, conspiracy to murder, and firearms violations, while a sixth man denies aiding a criminal.
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Prosecutor Paul Greaney KC informed the jury that on August 20, Ms. Dale’s car tires were slashed, triggering an alarm. She remained indoors, assuming it was due to the rain.
The following morning, James Whitham forcibly entered Ms. Dale’s residence and shot her. Whitham admitted to manslaughter but denied murder, claiming it was an accidental shot.
Lee Harrison, Ms. Dale’s fiancé, was the intended target due to a rekindled dispute from Glastonbury.
The court heard that the suicide of Rikki Warnick in July 2022 played a role, with Mr. Barry, Mr. Zeisz, and Mr. Fitzgibbon accused as organizers.
Mr. Whitham and the fifth suspect, Joseph Peers, were described as “foot soldiers,” while Kallum Radford was allegedly the getaway driver.
Mr. Greaney stated that Ashley’s death was undeniably murder, a deliberate and merciless act.
Voice memos from Ashley’s phone were presented, revealing her concerns and those of her affected friends concerning the events.
Five men deny charges of murder, conspiracy to murder, and firearms violations, while Mr. Radford denies aiding a criminal.
The trial is anticipated to last eight weeks.
