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BBC News
10-07-2025
- BBC News
HMP Northumberland prisoner stabbed in 'power balance' attack
An inmate was stabbed in a prison gang attack involving a shiv, tin in a sock and pool balls, a court has victim and his cellmate were set upon by a large group in HMP Northumberland in November 2022, Newcastle Crown Court five minute-long attack was part of a "power balance" struggle amid allegations of bullying, the court was of those involved have been sentenced after admitting violent disorder. A group of inmates stormed the cell of the victim and another man on 20 November 2022, prosecutor Daniel Ingham actually happened in the cell is unknown as there were no CCTV cameras and the victims had made no statements, the court heard, but it is understood both men were attacked as prison officers ran to the scene. 'Shiv in toilet' The victim managed to get out into the corridor, throwing pool balls at his attackers to make them back off before he was tackled to the ground and set upon, the court incident ended after the man managed to break free and hurl more pool balls at his attackers, the court victim received multiple stab wounds to his back and a cut above his eye, Mr Ingham said, but it was not known who inflicted the injuries.A shiv, which the court heard was prison slang for a "handmade sharp-bladed article", was found in the victim's toilets but no forensic evidence could be retrieved from Harrington, 32, Michael Pedersen, 33, Ryan O'Connor, 34 and Carl Burton, 23, all admitted being was seen holding an item in a sock, later said to be a tin, on the prison cameras, the court heard. Harrington, of Hollington Close in Newcastle, also admitted wounding a man outside a pub in North Shields, North Tyneside, on 19 court heard he repeatedly punched the victim and posted a gloating video of himself throttling the blood-covered victim on social was in HMP Northumberland in 2022 having been jailed for 10 years in 2015 for breaking into a man's house and stabbing him in the stomach, the court who is still a serving prisoner, was doing a 20-week jail term for assaulting an emergency worker and racially aggravated harassment, while O'Connor had been jailed for 16 years in 2021 for drug offences, the court of Manners Gardens in Seaton Delaval, Northumberland, was on prison recall at the time having been jailed for 30 months for assaulting an emergency worker, assault and criminal damage in 2020. 'Frightening attack' In mitigation, lawyers for the men said there had been a spate of bullying incidents carried out by the victim and his Wilberforce, representing Burton, said the attack was "essentially a backlash" to "redress the power balance" on the Hedworth, for O'Connor, said he was surprised to be prosecuted for the attack, having believed he had already been punished by being put in segregation for 28 days and had various privileges revoked. Judge Edward Bindloss said it was a "frightening" incident for other prisoners and officers to have to deal and O'Connor were both jailed for 23 months to run alongside their existing serving was jailed for the same period, which was suspended for two years and he must carry out 200 hours' unpaid who the judge said posed a "high risk" to others, was jailed for a total of four years and eight other men will be sentenced on future dates for their involvement. Follow BBC North East on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Brit dad, 30, tragically dies on ‘lifelong' dream Thai boxing trip just days before birth of his second child
A BRITISH dad has tragically died alone in Thailand while chasing his dream of becoming a Thai boxer. Ryan O'Connor, 30, passed away just days before his wife gave birth to their second child back home in the UK. 3 3 3 The beloved husband, dad, and well-known member of the Rossendale community died on June 28 after falling seriously ill at a Thai boxing academy. The dad-of-two had flown out to Thailand on May 29, determined to tick off a lifelong goal before becoming a dad for the second time. Ryan's brother Liam said: 'He just wanted to do it before he had two children. 'He thought he couldn't go out there before having two children. 'It was his last chance to go and do something that he's always wanted to do.' But the dream turned to tragedy just weeks later when Ryan became suddenly unwell, bedridden with severe diarrhoea and what his family suspects was a serious infection. He managed a video call to his parents on June 26, describing his symptoms - prompting his dad to contact Ryan's hotel to ask for urgent medical help. By the time emergency workers arrived, Ryan had collapsed on the bathroom floor and gone into cardiac arrest. Medics managed to restart his heart after 15 harrowing minutes and placed him on life support. But his condition worsened rapidly. He slipped into septic shock, his kidneys began to fail, and he passed away the next morning - just days before what would have been his 31st birthday. Brit, 22, rushed to hospital after 'falling off boat in Magaluf & getting caught in propeller after drinking with pals' Back home in the UK, Ryan's wife Joanne, a local maths teacher, welcomed their baby girl Maya Jasmine O'Connor Sunday morning —surrounded by loved ones but shattered by the loss of her husband. She is now facing a future raising early-three-year-old Riley and newborn Maya alone. In a heartfelt plea on the GoFundMe page set to support the grieving family, Liam wrote: '(Joanne) now faces the unimaginable pain of preparing to bring new life into the world whilst coping with the uncertainty of their future and the devastating knowledge that their new daughter will never meet her father. 'Riley, the first child who is nearly three, will not see her father again.' 'We are raising this money to help Joanne and her family manage the unknown costs ahead, including support for her two young children, keeping their roof over their head's, medical expenses, possible repatriation for Ryan and other costs associated with raising two young children alone, one of whom is due to arrive any day now.' He added: 'If you knew Ryan, you would know he was a great dad and husband. It was his last chance to go and do something that he's always wanted to do Liam O'ConnorRyan's brother 'His strength, humour, and warmth have touched so many people. 'Now it's our turn to rally around him and his family during their darkest hour.' The GoFundMe campaign has already raised more than £42,000 towards its £50,000 goal, with almost 1,000 donations pouring in. In an update, Liam wrote: 'Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. 'In less than one week, we hit our £40k goal!
Daily Mail
07-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE British father, 30, dies while pursuing dream of Thai boxing just days before his wife gave birth to their second child
A family have been left shattered after a devoted father tragically died alone in Thailand just days before his wife gave birth to their third child back home in the UK. Ryan O'Connor, 30, a cherished husband, father, and much-loved figure in the Rossendale community, passed away on June 28 after falling seriously ill while pursuing his lifelong dream of training at a Thai boxing academy. His grieving wife Joanne O'Connor, a local math teacher, gave birth to their baby girl Maya Jasmine O'Connor yesterday morning, surrounded by family but haunted by the absence of her husband. Ryan had flown to Thailand on May 29, embracing what his brother, Liam, told MailOnline was his 'last chance' to fulfil a lifelong goal before his second baby was born. 'He just wanted to do it before he had two children,' Liam, who has set up a GoFundMe, said. 'He thought he couldn't go out there before having two children. It was his last chance to go and do something that he's always wanted to do.' However, tragedy struck just weeks later when he became suddenly unwell, bedridden with severe diarrhoea and what the family suspect was a serious infection. In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Ryan managed a video call to his parents on June 26, during which he described his symptoms. Concerned, his father contacted his hotel to request urgent medical help. But by the time the emergency service personnel had arrived to his room, Ryan had collapsed on his bathroom floor and gone into cardiac arrest. In a moment of hope, medics managed to restart his heart after working on him for 15 agonising minutes, and he was placed on life support. Tragically, his condition deteriorated rapidly. He went into septic shock the following day, with his kidneys failing, and passed away the next morning. Ryan, who Liam described as 'loud', 'funny' and 'my best friend', died just days before his 31st birthday. Joanne, now left to raise two children, including nearly-three-year-old Riley and newborn Maya, is facing a future filled with uncertainty and grief. The GoFundMe fundraiser was launched by Liam to support Joanne and her children in the wake of Ryan's sudden death. The campaign aims to help cover mounting costs, including essential living expenses, the possible repatriation of Ryan's remains, medical bills, and longer-term support for the young family. In a heartfelt appeal on the donation site, Liam wrote: (Joanne) now faces the unimaginable pain of preparing to bring new life into the world whilst coping with the uncertainty of their future and the devastating knowledge that their new daughter will never meet her father. Riley, the first child who is nearly three, will not see her father again. 'We are raising this money to help Joanne and her family manage the unknown costs ahead, including support for her two young children, keeping their roof over their head's, medical expenses, possible repatriation for Ryan and other costs associated with raising two young children alone, one of whom is due to arrive any day now. 'If you knew Ryan, you would know he was a great dad and husband. His strength, humour, and warmth have touched so many people. Now it's our turn to rally around him and his family during their darkest hour. 'Please consider donating whatever you can and share this page widely. Every donation, no matter how small, would make a huge difference. 'Thank you from the bottom of our hearts'.
Bloomberg
07-07-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Global X CEO on Product Lineup (SHLD, AIQ, BOTZ, GXIG)
Global X CEO Ryan O'Connor discusses the Global X Defense Tech ETF (ticker: SHLD) which is currently up 58% this year. He also discusses the Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF (ticker: AIQ), Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF (ticker: BOTZ), and the Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF (ticker: GXIG). (Source: Bloomberg)
