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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- The Irish Sun
I gave birth then hours later police shared the horrifying truth about my baby's father, I wept in my hospital bed
CRADLING her newborn baby girl in hospital, Cora Barnes' eyes filled with tears. But the 21-year-old wasn't crying tears of joy. Advertisement 7 Cora Barnes was horrified to learn the truth about the man she had a baby with Credit: HotSpot Media 7 She gave birth to their daughter and 24 hours later she was visited by police Credit: HotSpot Media 7 They explained that Luke Greenfield had secretly filmed them having sex Credit: HotSpot Media Just hours after delivering her daughter she had been hit with the horrific news that the father of the child was not who she believed him to be. He had been arrested for secretly filming himself having sex with girls including Cora. Pervert, Luke Greenfield, 26, had set up a What's more, she was forced to identify herself in images the police had taken from a video Greenfield had filmed. Advertisement Read More on Real Lives In August 2024, Greenfield appeared at Hull Crown Court and admitted 17 offences of He was jailed for just three years. The police are yet to identify 17 other women in other footage he'd taken. Cora says: 'I was horrified to discover Luke had filmed me. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous 'I nearly threw up when my foster mother broke the news to me, just a day after giving birth to our daughter. 'I had no idea he'd been filming me during such an intimate time. Teacher Christian Williams, 48, is arrested at Spanaway Lake High School after teen girl found hidden camera in her home 'The thought of him watching the footage back sickened me.' Cora met 'cheeky' Greenfield in October 2022, on a night out. Advertisement She remembers: 'I noticed him standing at the bar and thought he was good looking. 'He was a 'Jack-the-lad' type, with lots of banter and I fell for him. 'He showered me with compliments and made me feel like the only girl in the room.' When Greenfield invited her back to his, Cora declined but agreed to give him her Snapchat handle. Advertisement Days later, he reached out to her and the pair exchanged flirty messages. Cora says: 'He asked me to send him some sexy pictures but I jokingly sent him one of my tattoo on my leg. 7 Cora had met Greenfield on a night out and they had a casual relationship Credit: HotSpot Media 7 She fell pregnant the second time they slept together and she says Greenfield was incosistant with his interest Credit: HotSpot Media Advertisement 7 She claims that he would flit between wanting to raise the baby and claiming it wasn't his Credit: HotSpot Media 'We texted on and off. Sometimes he'd disappear for days on end, only to claim he'd been busy at work at a tyre shop. 'I knew he was a player so decided to see it as a bit of fun.' The following month, Greenfield invited Cora over to his for a takeaway and film night. Advertisement Within minutes of her arriving, he led her into his bedroom and they ended up having sex. Afterwards, Cora didn't hear from Greenfield for days. She says: 'One day, he messaged saying that he wanted a relationship and family with me. 'It was full on and I was only 18. Advertisement 'I said I was too young but thought it was sweet that he wanted a future with me.' I was so disgusted at him, I didn't even reply Cora Barnes A few weeks later, Cora went to Greenfield's for another film night. But after sleeping together, he ghosted her again. Not long after, she realised her period was late and discovered she was pregnant but she says Greenfield's interest was inconsistent. Advertisement Cora claims: 'Throughout the pregnancy he played hot and cold, going between saying he wanted to look after me and the baby, claiming it wasn't his.' In May 2023, Cora gave birth to her daughter after having an emergency C-section. But 24 hours later, her foster mother visited with some horrifying news. Cora recalls: 'She explained that Luke had been arrested for filming girls during sex. Advertisement 'I couldn't believe it. 'But the police visited after I was discharged from hospital and showed me photos from a video and asked if it was me in them. 'There was one of my face, one of me entering Luke's room and another on his bed. 'I broke down sobbing.' Advertisement Yet, the day Greenfield was released on bail, Cora claims he texted her, asking how his daughter was. She says: 'I was so disgusted at him, I didn't even reply. 'He was my daughter's dad so I'd always be tied to him but I knew I had to be strong for her.' In August 2024, Luke Greenfield, then 25, appeared at Hull Crown Court. He admitted 17 offences of voyeurism, involving 11 women as well as making indecent images of children. Advertisement What is voyeurism? Voyeurism is the practice of getting sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or are engaged in sexual activity. It also involves getting enjoyment from seeing the pain or distress of others. The crime falls until Section 67 of the Sexual Offences Act of 2003. There are four subsections under voyeurism: Getting sexual pleasure while watching another person doing a private act and they have not consented Operating equipment with the intention of having them or someone else watching for sexual gratification from an unconsenting person doing a private act Recording an unconsenting person doing a private act and does with intention of them or someone else getting sexual gratification Installing equipment, or constructs or adapts a structure or part of a structure with the intention to watching an unconsenting person doing a private act for sexual gratification The court heard how he'd lured in women using apps like Tinder, befriending them on Instagram and Snapchat. He'd seduce the women then secretly film them. Greenfield even made some of the videos in his workplace and police managed to track down his victims by their first names, accents or mentions of their job. The judge said that Greenfield had caused 'serious emotional harm' as the women had no idea who had seen these videos. At the time of sentencing, police believed a total of 28 women were secretly filmed but only 11 of them had been traced, leaving some 17 women in other videos unidentified. Advertisement Greenfield was jailed for three years. I still feel so much anger and know it will affect my future relationships Cora Barnes Cora says: 'I sat in court alongside his other victims but when I stared at Luke in the dock, his eyes were blank. 'Three years is pathetic considering what he put us through. 'Thankfully the footage has been destroyed. Advertisement 'My daughter's coming up for two now and one day I'll have to tell her about her daddy. 'I still feel so much anger and know it will affect my future relationships. 'But I want to warn other women not to fall for Luke's charms. 'He's nothing but a monster.' Advertisement 7 Cora says she worries about telling her daughter the truth about her das Credit: HotSpot Media
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Scottish Sun
I gave birth then hours later police shared the horrifying truth about my baby's father, I wept in my hospital bed
Cora Barnes learnt about her 'cheeky' partner's chilling secret - and she wasn't the only victim MUM'S HELL I gave birth then hours later police shared the horrifying truth about my baby's father, I wept in my hospital bed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CRADLING her newborn baby girl in hospital, Cora Barnes' eyes filled with tears. But the 21-year-old wasn't crying tears of joy. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Cora Barnes was horrified to learn the truth about the man she had a baby with Credit: HotSpot Media 7 She gave birth to their daughter and 24 hours later she was visited by police Credit: HotSpot Media 7 They explained that Luke Greenfield had secretly filmed them having sex Credit: HotSpot Media Just hours after delivering her daughter she had been hit with the horrific news that the father of the child was not who she believed him to be. He had been arrested for secretly filming himself having sex with girls including Cora. Pervert, Luke Greenfield, 26, had set up a secret camera in his bedroom to video women he'd slept with. What's more, she was forced to identify herself in images the police had taken from a video Greenfield had filmed. In August 2024, Greenfield appeared at Hull Crown Court and admitted 17 offences of voyeurism, involving 11 women as well as making indecent images of children. He was jailed for just three years. The police are yet to identify 17 other women in other footage he'd taken. Cora says: 'I was horrified to discover Luke had filmed me. 'I nearly threw up when my foster mother broke the news to me, just a day after giving birth to our daughter. 'I had no idea he'd been filming me during such an intimate time. Teacher Christian Williams, 48, is arrested at Spanaway Lake High School after teen girl found hidden camera in her home 'The thought of him watching the footage back sickened me.' Cora met 'cheeky' Greenfield in October 2022, on a night out. She remembers: 'I noticed him standing at the bar and thought he was good looking. 'He was a 'Jack-the-lad' type, with lots of banter and I fell for him. 'He showered me with compliments and made me feel like the only girl in the room.' When Greenfield invited her back to his, Cora declined but agreed to give him her Snapchat handle. Days later, he reached out to her and the pair exchanged flirty messages. Cora says: 'He asked me to send him some sexy pictures but I jokingly sent him one of my tattoo on my leg. 7 Cora had met Greenfield on a night out and they had a casual relationship Credit: HotSpot Media 7 She fell pregnant the second time they slept together and she says Greenfield was incosistant with his interest Credit: HotSpot Media 7 She claims that he would flit between wanting to raise the baby and claiming it wasn't his Credit: HotSpot Media 'We texted on and off. Sometimes he'd disappear for days on end, only to claim he'd been busy at work at a tyre shop. 'I knew he was a player so decided to see it as a bit of fun.' The following month, Greenfield invited Cora over to his for a takeaway and film night. Within minutes of her arriving, he led her into his bedroom and they ended up having sex. Afterwards, Cora didn't hear from Greenfield for days. She says: 'One day, he messaged saying that he wanted a relationship and family with me. 'It was full on and I was only 18. 'I said I was too young but thought it was sweet that he wanted a future with me.' I was so disgusted at him, I didn't even reply Cora Barnes A few weeks later, Cora went to Greenfield's for another film night. But after sleeping together, he ghosted her again. Not long after, she realised her period was late and discovered she was pregnant but she says Greenfield's interest was inconsistent. Cora claims: 'Throughout the pregnancy he played hot and cold, going between saying he wanted to look after me and the baby, claiming it wasn't his.' In May 2023, Cora gave birth to her daughter after having an emergency C-section. But 24 hours later, her foster mother visited with some horrifying news. Cora recalls: 'She explained that Luke had been arrested for filming girls during sex. 'I couldn't believe it. 'But the police visited after I was discharged from hospital and showed me photos from a video and asked if it was me in them. 'There was one of my face, one of me entering Luke's room and another on his bed. 'I broke down sobbing.' Yet, the day Greenfield was released on bail, Cora claims he texted her, asking how his daughter was. She says: 'I was so disgusted at him, I didn't even reply. 'He was my daughter's dad so I'd always be tied to him but I knew I had to be strong for her.' In August 2024, Luke Greenfield, then 25, appeared at Hull Crown Court. He admitted 17 offences of voyeurism, involving 11 women as well as making indecent images of children. What is voyeurism? Voyeurism is the practice of getting sexual pleasure from watching others when they are naked or are engaged in sexual activity. It also involves getting enjoyment from seeing the pain or distress of others. The crime falls until Section 67 of the Sexual Offences Act of 2003. There are four subsections under voyeurism: Getting sexual pleasure while watching another person doing a private act and they have not consented Operating equipment with the intention of having them or someone else watching for sexual gratification from an unconsenting person doing a private act Recording an unconsenting person doing a private act and does with intention of them or someone else getting sexual gratification Installing equipment, or constructs or adapts a structure or part of a structure with the intention to watching an unconsenting person doing a private act for sexual gratification The court heard how he'd lured in women using apps like Tinder, befriending them on Instagram and Snapchat. He'd seduce the women then secretly film them. Greenfield even made some of the videos in his workplace and police managed to track down his victims by their first names, accents or mentions of their job. The judge said that Greenfield had caused 'serious emotional harm' as the women had no idea who had seen these videos. At the time of sentencing, police believed a total of 28 women were secretly filmed but only 11 of them had been traced, leaving some 17 women in other videos unidentified. Greenfield was jailed for three years. I still feel so much anger and know it will affect my future relationships Cora Barnes Cora says: 'I sat in court alongside his other victims but when I stared at Luke in the dock, his eyes were blank. 'Three years is pathetic considering what he put us through. 'Thankfully the footage has been destroyed. 'My daughter's coming up for two now and one day I'll have to tell her about her daddy. 'I still feel so much anger and know it will affect my future relationships. 'But I want to warn other women not to fall for Luke's charms. 'He's nothing but a monster.'
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Who is Daniel Dugdale and how long was he sentenced for sending ex-partner Megan Brailsford death and rape threats?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DANIEL Dugdale subjected his ex-girlfriend to the most horrific campaign of sadistic harassment after she dumped him for cheating on her. Here we take a look at the criminal and his cowardly crimes, which are featured in an episode of 24 Hours in Police Custody. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Megan Brailsford and Daniel Dugdale were romantically involved Credit: HotSpot Media 5 But things took a disturbing turn for the worse after she dumped him for being unfaithful Credit: HotSpot Media Who is Daniel Dugdale? Daniel Dugdale is a 31-year-old man from Cambridgeshire who was convicted for orchestrating an extended and escalating campaign of harassment against his ex-partner Megan Brailsford. After she broke up with him, he subjected the veterinary nurse to months of relentless stalking and abuse — including sending her death and rape threats, as well as other malicious messages. The horrific three-month campaign of harassment included telling Megan's mum and best friend that she had died, as well as threatening to kill her beloved Siberian husky named Ocean. Dugdale sent Megan pictures of dead dogs resembling Ocean on Facebook. He also tried to ruin her career by contacting the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and asking for her to be taken off the register. Dugdale bombarded her with silent phone calls — calling her up to once every four seconds. He even attempted to present himself as a victim to police and others, further complicating the investigation. In February 2023, in response to one of Dugdale's sickening schemes, armed police turned up at Megan's door saying she'd been reported for murdering her kids and burying them in a ditch. Megan's two children were sound asleep in their beds — a fact the authorities soon realised. Officers raced to Megan's home in their police van with their blue lights flashing and sirens sounding after a person claiming to be her posted on Cambridgeshire Police's live web chat. 24 Hours in Police Custody: Shock moment cops find knife hidden in shoe of Anthony Bennison after he killed 2 in rampage They wrote: 'I've killed my kids… I need your help… I've buried them on the dog walking trail.' In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Megan said: 'I felt sick to my stomach. 'I couldn't believe someone would do that. Being woken late at night to loud banging was terrifying.' The abuse left Megan in constant fear for her life and the safety of her family, impacting her so profoundly she lost around 2 stone of weight. I'm so angry about what he did — all because I broke up with him Megan Brailsford She said: 'I was too scared to leave the house. I bought panic alarms for myself and the children. It was hell. "I told the kids, 'If a stranger ever comes up to you, press this.' I was constantly looking over my shoulder.' Dugdale was eventually linked to the crimes through evidence found on Megan's phone records, leading to his arrest in March 2023. During police interviews, he admitted he was trying to hurt Megan so she would need him. 5 Some of the disgusting abuse Megan received from her ex Credit: HotSpot Media He pleaded guilty to two counts of stalking involving alarm or distress and to perverting the course of justice. In April 2023, Daniel Dugdale was sentenced at Cambridge Crown Court to three years and nine months in prison for his actions. Megan said: 'I went to court for sentencing and looked at him, but he didn't look at me or my family once.' 'He didn't look remorseful, just blank. For months Dan made my life hell. To discover it was him all along makes my blood boil. 5 She believes it would have got worse had Dugdale not been apprehended Credit: HotSpot Media "I hope now that I'm rid of him for good, I can finally move on. "I've been left traumatised and was forced to move house and change my workplace. "Had he not been caught, at the rate it was all escalating, I think it would've got a lot worse. 'I'm so angry about what he did — all because I broke up with him. 5 Dugdale was sentenced to three years and nine months behind bars Credit: Cambridge Constabulary "I've been diagnosed with depression and anxiety. "I didn't think he was clever enough to do something like this, but he's actually a really clever man.' 24 Hours in Police Custody: The Murder Messages The callous case is investigated in Channel 4's 24 Hours in Police Custody. Megan opens up about the ordeal and profound impact Dugdale's actions had on her life. Things got so bad she was forced to move house and change her workplace to feel safe. You can catch 24 Hours in Police Custody: The Murder Messages on Channel 4 at 10 pm on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Who is Daniel Dugdale and how long was he sentenced for sending ex-partner Megan Brailsford death and rape threats?
DANIEL Dugdale subjected his ex-girlfriend to the most horrific campaign of sadistic harassment after she dumped him for cheating on her. Here we take a look at the 5 Megan Brailsford and Daniel Dugdale were romantically involved Credit: HotSpot Media 5 But things took a disturbing turn for the worse after she dumped him for being unfaithful Credit: HotSpot Media Who is Daniel Dugdale? Daniel Dugdale is a 31-year-old man from Cambridgeshire who was convicted for orchestrating an extended and escalating campaign of harassment against his After she broke up with him, he subjected the veterinary nurse to months of relentless stalking and abuse — including sending her death and rape threats, as well as other malicious messages. The horrific three-month campaign of harassment included telling Megan's mum and best friend that she had died, as well as threatening to kill her beloved Siberian husky named Ocean. Dugdale sent Megan pictures of dead dogs resembling Ocean on Facebook . read more on true crime He also tried to ruin her career by contacting the Dugdale bombarded her with silent phone calls — calling her up to once every four seconds. He even attempted to present himself as a victim to police and others, further complicating the investigation. In February 2023, in response to one of Dugdale's sickening schemes, armed police turned up at Megan's door saying she'd been reported for murdering her kids and burying them in a ditch. Most read in The Sun Megan's two children were sound asleep in their beds — a fact the authorities soon realised. Officers raced to Megan's home in their police van with their blue lights flashing and sirens sounding after a person claiming to be her posted on Cambridgeshire Police's live web chat. 24 Hours in Police Custody: Shock moment cops find knife hidden in shoe of Anthony Bennison after he killed 2 in rampage They wrote: 'I've killed my kids… I need your help… I've buried them on the dog walking trail.' In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Megan said: 'I felt sick to my stomach. 'I couldn't believe someone would do that. Being woken late at night to loud banging was terrifying.' The abuse left Megan in constant fear for her life and the safety of her family, impacting her so profoundly she lost around 2 stone of weight. I'm so angry about what he did — all because I broke up with him Megan Brailsford She said: 'I was too scared to leave the house. I bought panic alarms for myself and the children. It was hell. "I told the kids, 'If a stranger ever comes up to you, press this.' I was constantly looking over my shoulder.' Dugdale was eventually linked to the crimes through evidence found on Megan's phone records, leading to his arrest in March 2023. During police interviews, he admitted he was trying to hurt Megan so she would need him. 5 Some of the disgusting abuse Megan received from her ex Credit: HotSpot Media He pleaded guilty to two counts of stalking involving alarm or distress and to perverting the course of justice. In April 2023, Daniel Dugdale was sentenced at Cambridge Crown Court to three years and nine months in prison for his actions. Megan said: 'I went to court for sentencing and looked at him, but he didn't look at me or my family once.' 'He didn't look remorseful, just blank. For months Dan made my life hell. To discover it was him all along makes my blood boil. 5 She believes it would have got worse had Dugdale not been apprehended Credit: HotSpot Media "I hope now that I'm rid of him for good, I can finally move on. "I've been left traumatised and was forced to move house and change my workplace. "Had he not been caught, at the rate it was all escalating, I think it would've got a lot worse. 'I'm so angry about what he did — all because I broke up with him. 5 Dugdale was sentenced to three years and nine months behind bars Credit: Cambridge Constabulary "I've been diagnosed with depression and anxiety. "I didn't think he was clever enough to do something like this, but he's actually a really clever man.' 24 Hours in Police Custody: The Murder Messages The callous case is investigated in Channel 4's 24 Hours in Police Custody. Megan opens up about the ordeal and profound impact Dugdale's actions had on her life. Things got so bad she was forced to move house and change her workplace to feel safe. You can catch 24 Hours in Police Custody: The Murder Messages on Channel 4 at 10 pm on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
The Irish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
This is the horrific moment my granddaughter was murdered in front of her daughter, 3 – the image will haunt me forever
JUST moments earlier Cher Maximen had been laughing and dancing with her three-year-old daughter, Niketa. But lying on the pavement in the middle of the Advertisement 11 Cher Maximen was stabbed at Notting Hill Carnival last year Credit: HotSpot Media 11 Horrific bodycam footage caught the moment she was caught in the scuffle Credit: HotSpot Media 11 Her grandmother Vyleen (left) has been left to care for Cher's (right) daughter Niketa (seen centre) Credit: HotSpot Media After a fight broke out between some men, amid the scuffle, the And her grandmother, Vyleen, 68, received the devastating call that she was fighting for her life in hospital. Tragically, six days later, the 32-year-old passed away from her injuries. In May this year, Shakeil Thibou, 20, was found guilty of her murder and handed a 29 year sentence. Advertisement Read More on Real Lives Now, grandmother of seven, Vyleen, is raising awareness of She says: 'Cher had her whole life ahead of her with Niketa. 'It was snatched away from her because of senseless violence. 'That monster hasn't shown an ounce of remorse for taking her life and leaving Niketa motherless. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive 'No child should have to witness their mother dying in front of them. 'It's horrific. MUM'S PLEA Harvey Willgoose's mum calls for knife arches in every school in Britain after son was stabbed to death on way to lesson 'Now I want to see the carnival moved to a park or area that can be monitored or controlled better, so thugs cannot commit these horrific crimes and slip away, unnoticed, into the crowd.' Since he was a child, Cher had attended the annual summer carnival, celebrating her Caribbean heritage. Advertisement A clothes designer and part-time model, she loved to showcase her latest creations. Vyleen, from Bristol, says: 'Cher had dreams of starting her own fashion label. 'She loved going to the carnival each year and covering her hair and face in glitter. 'She'd always have some whacky costume, too. Advertisement 'The year before she'd worn a cat suit and shiny Dr Martens.' Last summer, Cher decided to take her daughter, Niketa, for the first time on the carnival's family day. 11 In May this year, Shakeil Thibou, 20, was found guilty of her murder and handed a 29 year sentence Credit: HotSpot Media 11 Shaeim Thibou, 22, was found guilty of assaulting an emergency worker, PC Oliver Mort and given an 18-month suspended sentence Credit: HotSpot Media Advertisement 11 Sheldon Thibou was found guilty of violent disorder Credit: HotSpot Media 11 The bodycam footage was played in court helping to secure a guilty verdict Credit: HotSpot Media Vyleen recalls: 'She was so excited to show Niketa the performers and celebrate the culture.' When Vyleen's phone rang that night, it wasn't Cher's voice on the other end. Advertisement She explains: 'I answered, thinking it was her calling as her ID flashed up, but it was a nurse. 'When she told me Cher'd been injured, I panicked.' Vyleen raced to the St Mary's Hospital in London where a police officer informed her Cher had been stabbed in the groin at the carnival with her attacker still at large. Thankfully, Niketa was unharmed and being cared for by her godmother, TJ, 39. Advertisement Vyleen says: 'Soon after a consultant appeared and explained that Cher had lost a lot of blood and that they were trying to stabilise her. 'When the nurse took me in to see her I broke down seeing her hooked up to multiple machines.' Over the next 24 hours, Cher underwent two major operations in an attempt to stem the internal bleeding she'd suffered. During the second, Vyleen was told by the surgeon that she might not make it. Advertisement Afterwards, she was induced into a coma and hooked up to a ventilator. Vyleen says: 'I was told she'd suffered enormous injuries but that they'd do everything in their power to save her. 'I prayed she'd pull through.' Meanwhile, her liaison officer informed her that they'd arrested three men, but couldn't tell her anymore. Advertisement Over the next few days, while family members rallied around, Vyleen begged her granddaughter to wake up. Eventually, six days on from the attack, she was told Cher wouldn't survive. She says: 'The consultant told me she had no quality of life, that her brain had been starved of oxygen for too long. 'Still, his words didn't sink in. I wasn't ready to say goodbye.' Advertisement That day family members came to be with Cher and at 5:50am, Cher took her last breath. Vyleen says: 'It still didn't seem real. 'That night, TJ broke the news to Niketa and I went to see her the next morning. 'She was staring into the distance. Was so traumatised by what she'd witnessed. Advertisement 11 Cher had been attending the carnival since she was a chold Credit: Facebook 11 Vyleen is now trying to raise awareness of knife crime Credit: PA 11 The family keep a cardboard cut out of Cher in their home to keep her memory alive for Niketa Credit: HotSpot Media 'When she told me 'Mummy was bleeding and I couldn't save her', I had to fight back tears. I told her 'You were so brave and your mummy loves you so much'. Advertisement 'My heart broke for her.' Vyleen took Niketa back to live with her in Bristol and planned Cher's funeral. Soon after, three brothers were charged in connection with Cher's murder. Two months on, in October 2024, the family held her funeral. Advertisement Vyleen says: 'She was taken to the church in a horse and cart. 'The church was so full, some people had to stand outside. 'It was lovely to see how many lives Cher had touched. Her beautiful spirit lives on in her precious daughter Vyleen Maximen 'As they carried her out, Diamonds by Rihanna was was a fitting tribute. Advertisement 'When we reached the grave to lay roses inside, Niketa broke down. 'Knowing she'd never see her mum again made my heart ache. It wasn't fair.' In March this year Vyleen attended the Thibou brothers' trial. The Old Bailey heard that a fight had broken out between some men, and officers intervened when they spotted one, Sheldon Thibou, 25, had an illegal stun gun. Advertisement The officer was assaulted and in the scuffle, Cher was knocked to the floor. She grabbed one of the brother's coats to get back up and kicked out at him to defend her and Niketa. That's when Shakeil Thibou, 20, pulled out a knife and stabbed her in the groin. She fell down and bled out in front of Niketa. Advertisement Top 10 worst UK areas for serious knife crime These are the stats for the latest 12-month period, with the previous year in brackets: London Met 16,521 (13,957) West Midlands 4,930 (5,239) Greater Manchester 3,427 (-) West Yorkshire 2,318 (2,373) South Yorkshire 1,459 (1,629) Essex 1,532 (1,575) Merseyside 1,241 (1,276) Sussex 1,186 (1,030) Avon and Somerset 1,683 (1,368) Lancashire 1,189 (1,043) Six weeks on, Shakeil was found guilty of murder, attempted GBH on 20-year-old Adjei Isaac with intent and possession of an offensive weapon. Vyleen says: 'When the judge sentenced him to a minimum of 29 years, I broke down in relief. 'I had justice for my girl at last.' Shaeim Thibou, 22, was found guilty of assaulting an emergency worker, PC Oliver Mort and given an 18-month suspended sentence. Advertisement Sheldon Thibou was found guilty of violent disorder. He had previously pleaded guilty to the possession of an illegal stun gun and assaulting PC Mort, who tried to intervene. He's due to be sentenced at a later date. Vyleen adds: 'I'm now using my voice to speak out against knife crime. 'I didn't even hear from the organisers of the carnival following Cher's death. Advertisement 'It's appalling. 'I would like the carnival to be better monitored so other innocent lives are protected. 'As for Niketa, now four, I was granted guardianship. She's the bravest little girl. 'We keep a life-sized cut out of Cher in the hallway, so every time she comes home, she sees her mum. Advertisement 'We talk about her constantly and miss her every day. 'Thankfully, her beautiful spirit lives on in her precious daughter.' 11 Vyleen says that she misses her granddaughter every day Credit: HotSpot Media
