Sixth murder charge after woman shot dead

A sixth person has been charged with murder after a 40-year-old woman was shot dead.

It follows the death of Joanne Penney, who was fatally injured at a flat in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, on 9 March.

Kristina Ginova, 21, from Oadby, Leicestershire, was originally charged with assisting an offender but has now been charged with murder.

Eight people have previously appeared in court in connection with the death on charges including murder, assisting an offender and participating in the activities of an organised crime group.

An inquest opening in March heard that Ms Penney died after being shot in the chest, with injuries to her heart and lung.

In a tribute, Ms Penney's family said they were devastated by the loss, adding: "Her kindness, strength and love for her family will never be forgotten."

Those who are due to stand trial along with Ms Ginova are:

• 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
• Jordan Mills-Smith, 32, from Pentwyn, Cardiff, charged with murder
• Marcus Huntley, 20, from St Mellons, Cardiff, charged with murder
• Sai Raj Manne, 25, of no fixed abode, charged with participating in the activities of an organised crime group
• Molly Cooper, 33, from Leicester, charged with acquiring ammunition for a firearm without a certificate