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Belfast Telegraph
2 days ago
- Belfast Telegraph
Family ‘vindicated': Ex-police officers among suspects in NI teen's unsolved murder as report finds ‘systematic failings' in probe
Relatives of Marian Beattie were speaking after a scathing report found a series of failings in the original murder probe. The Police Ombudsman has now urged the PSNI to commission an independent review of the investigation. The 18-year-old's partially-clothed body was found at the bottom of the quarry near Aughnacloy in March 1973, hours after she had left a dance with an unidentified male. At the time police said it was a "vicious and cruel murder, with sadistic overtones". No one has ever been charged or convicted of Marian's murder. However, the family said the Ombudsman report reveals there were 13 suspects – three had paramilitary links and two were former police officers. Marian's cousin, Collette Toman, said: 'What is contained in the report has vindicated our position all along - there were significant failings in the RUC-PSNI investigation and that has been corroborated by this report today.' The PSNI said it is committed to helping the Beattie family get answers to their questions. Ms Toman added: 'This independent review needs to take place, and coming out of that independent review, I think that there is a fair chance of Marian's murderer being brought to justice. "We believe the killer is still alive. We believe we know who it is. "If the independent review is taken forward in the right manner, there is every possibility we will see justice for Marian.' The report found police had failed to ensure all lines of enquiry were progressed, that all suspects were interviewed and that all alibis were checked. Officers also did not ensure discrepancies between some suspects' accounts and other evidence were examined. Key evidence – including accounts from people at the dance – has also been lost. Police Ombudsman chief executive Hugh Hume said Marian's family had not received the service that they deserved from the police. Ms Toman said the family were alarmed by the extent of police failings outlined in the report. She added: "There are some shocks that we've had, even today. For example, we were unaware that there were up to 13 suspects in this case. "We were only ever told about two, and then at an Ombudsman meeting in 2022, that increased to five. But never at any point did we think there was up to 13 suspects. "Alongside that, there was a point at which they were considering closing the investigation in 2014, and the report now documents that at that stage there were 213 items still to be further investigated." The Police Ombudsman's investigation came after a referral by the then Chief Constable, George Hamilton, in 2017. On the night of her murder on March 30 1973, Marian had been at a dance at Hadden's Garage near Aughnacloy, attended by 400-500 people. She was last seen walking in the direction of Hadden's Quarry with an unidentified male. Her body was found at the bottom of the quarry, beneath a 90 foot drop, the next morning. A post-mortem examination concluded Marian had died from multiple injuries - some consistent with a fall, but others deemed to have been sustained separately. Items from the scene, including clothing and forensic samples, were sent for forensic testing, but all are now missing. These include a shoe which had a palm print, formed in mud, which became a significant focus for police. Mr Hume said there had been an over-reliance on the palm print. The report said significant outstanding lines of enquiry in relation to suspects that had not been pursued. There was no evidence that police conducted any interviews with a number of suspects; checked a number of suspect alibis; or made enquiries about the whereabouts of some suspects on the night. Discrepancies between the accounts of some suspects and other evidence were not properly examined, investigators found. The Ombudsman probe was also hampered by the loss of police exhibits and documentation. This includes documentary evidence, statements, records of interviews with witness and suspects, and officers' journals, and completed questionnaires from 419 people at the dance are also missing. All physical exhibits recovered during the initial police investigation are also missing. Mr Hume said: 'If these exhibits had been available, it may have been possible to have conducted further forensic testing using current forensic capabilities, and it is possible that this may have resulted in the identification of the person responsible for Marian's murder." He added: 'Although our investigation has found significant errors and omissions during the police enquiries into Marian's murder, it is my hope that the independent review we have recommended will ensure that every effort is made to uncover the truth about her murder, and to finally bring her killer, if still alive, to justice.' Deputy Chief Constable Bobby Singleton said: 'We are committed to helping the Beattie family get answers to their questions and ensure the case is properly investigated. 'We will now take time to consider the recommendations of the Police Ombudsman report and we hope the family will engage with the Police Service as part of that process.'
CairoScene
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Lebanon's Aegis Festival Announces Full 2025 Lineup July 11th-12th
Taking place in Arnaoon Village, the festival will welcome a sprawling lineup of over 40 prominent electronic acts from across the globe, the likes of Innellea, Toman, and Binh. Jun 13, 2025 Lebanon's Aegis Festival, currently one of the region's most highly anticipated electronic music festivals, has finally revealed the full lineup for its 2025 edition, taking place on the green forested hilltops of Arnaoon Village in Batroun from July 11th to July 13th. The festival is bringing a mammoth lineup of over 40 prominent electronic acts from across the globe, which now includes international mavericks like Innellea, Binh, Danil Plessow (AKA MCDE), Toman, and Gordo. They will be sharing the bill with a slew of regional pioneers from Egypt, Lebanon and beyond, such as Eli Atala, Aly Goede, Nic Merheb, and Tito. The festival will also feature a cluster of taste-making showcases by major record labels, collectives, event series and brands from across the MENA region. These include Dubai's Sunkssd and Somewhere…, Lebanon's own Fantome de Nuit, Retrogroove, and Factory People, and Egypt's Nacelle and SceneNoise, along with Beatport—one of the world's largest electronic music platforms. Accompanying the rolling beats and non-stop nts nts nts pulses for the 72 hours, there is a wide range of wellness-based activities, such as Yoga, dance and Sound Therapy, art installations, fun activations, marketplace, and food vendors, sprawled all over the festival's grounds. Tickets are now on sale at Grab yours before it's too late.
Chicago Tribune
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Oswego festival puts spotlight on Illinois wineries
Wine lovers flocked to Oswego over the weekend for the annual Wine on the Fox festival held at Hudson Crossing Park along the east bank of the Fox River in the village's downtown. The region's first outdoor spring festival – held Saturday and Sunday – featured more than 100 varietals and blends from Illinois wineries. Bill Fox of Oakbrook Terrace returned to visit his favorite wineries and get acquainted with new ones at the event. He's known among his group of friends as a 'fancy' wine taster because of his slow and steady approach to tasting. 'I gently swirl the glass and use my sense of smell,' Fox said. 'My friends think this is a fancy way to taste wine. It does work.' Experiencing the wine bouquet is almost as good as the wine itself, Fox said while enjoying an offering from Acquaviva Winery, a family-owned 85-acre estate vineyard and winery based in Maple Park. More than 40 acres are under vine there to produce wine for a variety of tastes. 'We harvest and produce on-site,' co-owner Vito Brandonisio said. The family-owned business includes five siblings plus grandchildren, some of whom are beginning to work in the winery as they become of age, Brandonisio said. The Maple Park winery's Don Giuseppe – a dry wine – is named in honor of his grandfather, he said. 'My grandfather had a vineyard in Acquaviva, Italy,' he said. Melanie Hess and Mary Toman enjoyed the Strawberry Peach Sangria – a semi-sweet rose blend – from August Hill Winery in Utica. 'It has the perfect fruity taste,' said Hess, of Yorkville. Toman, of Schaumburg, appreciated its aroma. 'It's a light wine for a sunny spring day,' Toman said. The women said samplings from Illinois wineries at the event were a refreshing change from store-bought labels. Galena Cellars returned to Wine on the Fox, now in its 19th year. 'The Wine on the Fox kicks off our festival season,' Galena Cellars Brand Ambassador Britt White said. She said that Wine on the Fox's turnout is great and the camaraderie of wineries at the event is wonderful. 'The festival runs smoothly from start to finish. Quite honestly, the folks who come are always in a really good mood and that's great for the wineries,' White said. Galena Cellars, which has a tasting room in downtown Galena, is known as one of Illinois' pioneering wineries. 'Our Cabernet Franc won a double gold medal at the 2025 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. We're very proud of that,' she said. Galena Cellars is preparing to officially release a red raspberry sweet red wine, White said. However, the producer did offer some tastings specially for Wine on the Fox, she said. Lisa and Bob Barry are owners of Tres Rojas Winery in Washington, Illinois. The winery's strawberry sweet fruit wine seemed to appeal to festival attendees. 'It's 100% strawberries,' Lisa Barry said. Thanks to the variety of wines and the ambiance, Tracy Gonzalez of Manteo said the festival is a must for her. 'I keep coming back to the Oswego Wine on the Fox every year,' Gonzalez said. 'I appreciate the friendly atmosphere, fine wine and live music.'
Toronto Sun
28-04-2025
- Toronto Sun
Police search to resume for man who disappeared from Mont-Tremblant in February
Liam Toman was last seen outside an après-ski bar on Feb. 2 Published Apr 27, 2025 • Last updated 12 hours ago • 2 minute read Liam Toman, 22, who went missing while on a ski trip in Mont-Tremblant, Que., on Feb. 2, 2025, is seen in an undated family handout photo. Toman's family is asking for the public's help to find him. Photo by Chris Toman / THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO The family of Liam Toman, the young Ontario man who disappeared during a ski trip to Mont-Tremblant with friends in early February, says another police-co-ordinated search is planned this week. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Toman, 22, went missing shorty after 3 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2. He'd had a late dinner Saturday with his friends in Mont-Tremblant village; according to video footage, he was seen outside a popular après-ski bar just after 3 a.m. He sent his last text/call at 3:16 a.m. and was seen speaking with people outside at about 3:20 a.m. He has not been seen since and his phone, bank account or social media have not been used since. His family says he is not considered a runaway. The Sûreté du Québec led an extensive search effort of a 500-metre radius of the Mont-Tremblant mountain, village and surrounding areas that involved 100 officers and specialized teams, including a helicopter with infrared technology, snowmobiles, divers in adjacent swamps and lakes and horses along the mountainside. Surveillance cameras and video were scanned and an extensive door-to-door campaign held. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The morning of March 22, as the snow was starting to melt, Toman's wallet was found not far from where he was last seen and turned into the SQ. A second police and air search, this time in a more focused area, was conducted that day and the next. Toman's family started a website to track developments, spent several days in Mont-Tremblant, handing out flyers and raising awareness of their son's disappearance, and returned to the village the weekend of April 12. They said they received much solidarity and support from Mont-Tremblant village. SQ spokesperson Sgt. Audrey-Anne Bilodeau said in mid-April that, as the snow melted, the search for Toman would continue. Although there have been online posts from people offering to help or volunteer in the search, police have told the family that involving additional people 'could interfere as they are conducting their search,' the family said in an April 18 update. Police have advised the family that 'they continue to review surveillance video and respond to tips daily,' they said on the website. 'Police have also stated that a lot of people have come forward since the media have posted their stories of Liam's disappearance.' Sunshine Girls Canada World Sunshine Girls Toronto Maple Leafs
Shafaq News
15-03-2025
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iran: new 200,000 Toman banknote released
Shafaq News/ Iran's Central Bank announced on Friday the release of a new series of banknotes with a face value of 200,000 Toman (1.9 USD current price). According to the bank, the new design features an image of the Mosque of Ruhollah Khomeini in Isfahan on the front, while the back displays a painting of "Chogan" by the artist Mahmoud Farshchian. This announcement comes as Iran faces an unprecedented wave of popular protests, fueled by worsening economic conditions and the collapse of the national currency, which has reached record lows. The US dollar has surged to 95,300 Toman, and the price of a gold bullion coin has surpassed 79 million Toman. The decline in currency value follows recent remarks by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who reiterated his rejection of negotiations with the United States, further escalating uncertainty in the markets.
