Joanne Penney dies in fatal Talbot Green shooting
Fatal Talbot Green shooting death of Joanne Penney – Obituary
Joanne Penney, a 40-year-old mother of four, was fatally shot outside a flat in Talbot Green, Rhondda Cynon Taf, on Sunday evening. Friends believe she was not the intended target and may have been the victim of mistaken identity.
Penney had been staying at the residence when she answered the door and was shot. Witnesses reported hearing a single gunshot around 6:10 p.m. Emergency responders arrived to find her gravely injured, but she could not be saved. Her children were not present at the time of the incident.
A 42-year-old man was taken into custody at the scene on suspicion of murder. Authorities have identified multiple crime scenes, including a vehicle, as part of their ongoing investigation. Local residents describe the area as troubled, with ongoing crime concerns, and say they were not surprised by the tragedy.
Community leaders have expressed condolences and reassured residents that steps are being taken to address safety issues in the area. South Wales Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
