Sixth Person Charged in Connection with Joanne Penney Murder

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday 17th March 2025, at 07:30hrs

A sixth individual has been charged in connection with the murder of 40-year-old Joanne Penney, who was fatally shot in Talbot Green on Sunday, March 9th.

Jordan Mills-Smith, 32, from Pentwyn, Cardiff, has been charged with murder.

He was apprehended on Friday evening, March 14th, in the Suffolk area.

Mills-Smith is scheduled to appear at Merthyr Magistrates’ Court on Monday, March 17th.

The tragic incident occurred at a property in Llys Illtyd, Talbot Green, where Joanne Penney suffered fatal gunshot wounds.

Her family has been informed of the latest developments and continues to receive support from family liaison officers.

Detective Chief Superintendent Ceri Hughes emphasized the ongoing nature of the investigation, stating,

“Our team of detectives and specialist staff are continuing to piece together the circumstances behind Joanne’s tragic death and I would still urge anyone who has information, either about her death or what happened at the property in Llys Illtyd on Sunday evening, to come forward – the smallest piece of information could be of vital importance.”

She also expressed gratitude to the local community for their cooperation. “I would like to thank the local community for their support of the investigation so far and to everyone who has spoken to us and provided information.”

Authorities are still appealing for any information or footage, including CCTV or dashcam footage, that may assist in the investigation.

Individuals with relevant information are encouraged to submit it online at: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/62SWP25C03-PO1

Those charged over the weekend are as follows:

* Marcus Huntley, 20, from St Mellons, Cardiff, charged with murder.

* Melissa Quailey-Dashper, 39, from Leicester, charged with murder.

* Joshua Gordon, 27, from Oadby, Leicestershire, charged with murder.

* Tony Porter, 68, from Braunstone Town, Leicestershire, charged with murder and participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group.

* Kistina Ginova, 21, from Oadby, Leicestershire, charged with assisting an offender.