Arthur Simpson-Kent, 48, was detained by Metropolitan Police officers at Heathrow Airport after arriving on a flight from Ghana. "We have to look at all the evidence and decide whether this is the type of case where the seriousness of the offending was exceptionally high and we have no doubt that it was. Further support to the theory that Nish could be victim, is given by the fact both Sharon and Linda are there when the murder happens, which could tease that one or both of the women are involved in the murder. EastEnders (TV Series 1985- ) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Can Nigeria's election result be overturned? Tony was arrested on suspicion of murder and a search of their flat found drops of blood in the bathroom and kitchen as well as a missing knife. Sian Blake murder: EastEnders star's partner Arthur Simpson-Kent charged with killing actress and her sons. Police interviewed her partner, Arthur Simpson-Kent, the same day, and he went missing three days later. His right to a fair trial is being denied and is still being denied. [4] Blake was diagnosed with terminal motor neurone disease on 11 December 2015 after first showing neurological symptoms in September 2013. Sian Blake, 43, and her sons were last seen on a family visit to her mother's house in Leyton, East London, on December 13.The Met's murder squad took charge of the investigation last Sunday . Ex-EastEnders actress and her two sons died from head and neck injuries Sian Blake and sons - Zachary, eight, and Amon, four - buried in garden Ms Blake's boyfriend Arthur Simpson-Kent, 48,. Gillian Taylforth as Kathy Beale Letitia Dean as Sharon Watts James Bye as Martin Fowler Steve McFadden as Phil Mitchell Kim. They are angry about Sian, but the boys have devastated us. In June, he pleaded guilty to all three counts of murder in court. And while there had also been concerns about the welfare of the actress' partner and the father of her two children, Arthur Simpson-Kent - who hadn't been seen since December 16 - it was actually he who was culpable for their deaths. When neighbours noticed 43-year-old former Eastenders actress Sian Blake and her young sons packing black bags into the boot of a car outside her home in south-east London on Sunday December 13 . TV Shows. But as Tina was on her own when she learned the truth, she headed back to the house to confront Gray. The partner of former EastEnders actress Sian Blake has admitted murdering her and their two children. Arthur Simpson-Kent, 48, entered guilty pleas before Mr Justice Singh at the Old Bailey via video link from Belmarsh prison. [6], After working as a telephone receptionist at a doctor's surgery, Blake landed her most notable role: soul singer Frankie Pierre, a character who appeared in EastEnders during 1996 and 1997. Actress Sian Blake was tragically found dead in January 2016 aged 43, with her partner Arthur Simpson-Kent later convicted of murdering her and their two sons and sentenced to life in prison with. The window cleaner was jailed for life and ordered to serve a minimum of 20 years. Mick spends the night looking for his aunt, still gutted that she seemingly ran away when he was planning on fleeing with her. Here, we take a closer look at all the hints that suggest Nish could be the murder victim. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Of the legal process, Srem-Sai said that a "person must be released until you have the legal right to detain them. He failed to persuade Lord Chief Justice Lord Thomas and two other leading judges at the Court of Appeal in London that the term should be reduced. 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Triple killer Arthur Simpson-Kent faces life behind bars after . Angry about earlier events, and with everything getting on top of him, he calls Shirley over to the house and claims he's seen her missing sister on a bus. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? [4] Her partner, Arthur Simpson-Kent, pleaded guilty to the murders and was given a whole life sentence in October 2016. Something went wrong, please try again later. Many . She was looking very thin and frail and I think her mum was worried about that. Arthur Simpson-Kent, 49, has pleaded guilty to the killings and is being sentenced at the Old Bailey. When he returned in 2005, the couple reignited their relationship and moved in together before having their two children, Zachary and Amon. The court heard that Ms Blake's illness and her "unhealthy" relationship led her to consider selling their home and moving back in with her family. is a registered trade mark of Reach Magazines Worldwide Limited and is used under licence by Reach Magazines Publishing Plc. In January the case became a murder investigation and on January 6 2016, Sian and her son's bodies were found buried in shallow graves in the family's back garden. Former EastEnders actress Sian Blake and her two young sons, Zachary and Amon, died as a result of head and neck injuries, police say. Gemma McCluskie was a British television actress. After initial concerns about his whereabouts, the then-48-year-old soon became high on the police's list of people to speak to. The EastEnders Murderers: True Crime, Real Tragedy. 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"Was this a case where the element of pre-meditation required a whole-life order? Simpson-Kent, a hairdresser, was remanded in custody ahead of a three-day sentencing hearing, starting on 4 October. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "It is not suggested that the killings were a mercy killing. Can women ever trust the Met Police again? Four hours later, when police returned to the house in Erith, south-east London at 8pm, they found the property in complete darkness, empty and locked up. Stephen handed prison time over Georgia sex tape, Finding Michael: What happened to Michael Matthews, Alex Murdaugh has been found guilty of murder, Constance Marten charged with manslaughter, Physical 100 contestant accused of assault, Tory MP says families are 'abusing' food banks, Harry and Meghan react to eviction from Frogmore, The legal age you can get married has just changed, Charles & Camilla break major royal tradition. Simpson-Kent then left the house in Sian's car that evening before police returned at 8pm to find the house locked up and in darkness. When neighbours noticed 43-year-old former Eastenders actress Sian Blake and her young sons packing black bags into the boot of a car outside her home in south-east London on Sunday December 13, 2015, they had no idea that would be the last sighting they'd ever have of the family alive. Former EastEnders actress Nicola Cowper's killer boyfriend has died. Their bodies were found buried in the garden of the family home by police after Simpson-Kent had left. She was in hospital for quite a while and whether her condition has progressed I don't know.". The couple's sons Zachary (in orange) and Amon, were also found dead, Sian Blake played Frankie Pierre in EastEnders in 1996 and 1997, Simpson-Kent was first arrested in the seaside village of Butre, Ghana, Harry: I always felt different to rest of family, US-made cheese can be called 'gruyere' - court, The children left behind in Cuba's exodus, Canadian grandma helps police snag phone scammer, AOC under investigation for Met Gala dress. In a text message sent to his mother shortly after his extradition to the UK, Simpson-Kent wrote: The Mirror reports his mother replied: "Arthur please dont kill yourself. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Sian was reported missing on December 16 2015when she was not seen again after visiting her mother and sister in Leyton, east London, to discuss moving in with them on December 13 2015. We have lost a generation. Could Nish's battle to buy the iconic Queen Vic pub lead to his death? In April 2016, Simpson-Kent admitted to killing his partner Sian and their two children. On Boxing Day, wanting her out of his house, Gray lied to her and her family that the police were going to arrest her as the witness was legit. But as it seemed like Tina was going to run away, a shocking truth led to a showdown with Gray - ultimately costing Tina her life. Viewers cheered as Tina accused him of killing his wife, but many feared she could be his next target. The skunk addict, who smoked 15 joints a day, hit her over the head at least twice before dismembering her body and dumping it in the canal. [19] On 10 June, Simpson-Kent appeared at the Old Bailey where he formally entered guilty pleas to the murders of Blake and their two sons. By early January, when Sian's car was found in Bethnal Green, east London, their disappearance became a murder investigation, and the Homicide and Major Crime Command took over. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. EASTENDERS' GRAY MURDERS TINA IN SICK TWIST, EastEnders viewers are asking if Tina is really dead, after Gray killed her, Tina confronted Gray about killing his wife, Gray wrapped up Tina's body before disposing of it. A new Channel 5 documentary has been released exploring the case- here is everything we know. The EastEnders actor appeared in the 1998 film Siberia and TV movie May 33rd in 2004 under her stage name Syan Blake, according to her profile on IMDB. Sian was first reported missing by her family on December 16 but her body was not discovered by police until January. Either way, many fans are predicting the death will be someone Suki is close to, with Nish being the number one suspect. The 57-year-old played loveable Heather Trott on the show for five years before being viciously . 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Evil Gray Atkins killed Tina and made it look as though she was on the . She has been married to Harry A Harris since July 2002. Eagle-eyed Eastenders fans are convinced they may have solved the mystery of who died this Christmas, following clues garnered from a flash forward clip. [6], Blake lived in Erith, London,[9] with her partner, Arthur Simpson-Kent, and their two sons, Zachary and Amon, who were aged eight and four. Go to Ghana one way or Die (sic).". Alison Newman (born 25 January 1968) is a British actress, best known for her role in the hit ITV1 television series Footballers' Wives as Hazel Bailey, and as DCI Samantha Keeble in the BBC soap opera EastEnders . "He then covered his crimes by moving, wrapping and burying each of them, cleaning and partially painting his home.". FORMER Eastenders actress Sian Blake and her two sons were murdered in 2015. The Directorate of Professional Standards was informed on Monday, 4 January, and is working with the investigation team to fully understand the timeline of police interaction with the family. Sian Blake, 43, Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon. [3][10][11] On 16 December, a family member reported her missing to the Metropolitan Police. A man has been charged with the murders of ex-EastEnders actress Sian Blake and her two children. Throughout his time in the soap, the character of Archie had left a trail of treachery and misery in his wake. Evil Gray Atkins killed Tina and made it look as though she was on the run, after she uncovered that he had killed his own wife Chantelle just three months earlier. Suki looks to be utterly shocked as if she is trying to process the situation, while Kathy is looking directly at Suki as if in a gesture of sympathy. On his return to the UK they moved in together in Walthamstow and had two children together,Zachary, eight, and four-year-old Amon. Outside court, Ms Blake's sister Ava said the family were "really relieved". I am leaving EE at the end of the year! Following her debution in the show's 15th anniversary special, Laura embarked on a relationship with local businessman Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt); he . 2 Former. Fans of BBC EastEnders panicked this morning after they thought that soap legend Pam St Clement died. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. The comments were originally referring to Dean Wicks, but could they also be a subtle nod towards what happens later in the year? The brutal slaying came around 12 years after she first appeared in EastEnders as Robbie's two-timing girlfriend Kerrie Skinner. Gray suddenly backtracks and says he actually can't be certain 100 percent that it was Tina he saw, but that he believed it was the case. Mr Heywood said: "The defendant, using her [Ms Blake's] phone, was sending the messages.". Sian Blake's killer was arrested in Ghana. They started a murder investigation. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. CCTV footage from the day Gemma went missing showed Tony dragging a heavy suitcase into a taxi. In February 2016, Arthur Simpson-Kent was extradited to the UK, where he was later charged with the killings and forced to stand trial. He was arrested at Heathrow Airport in February after being extradited from Ghana. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Sian, 43, was a successful actress and voiceover artist who starred in 56 episodes of EastEnders as the singer Frankie Pierre in 1996 and 1997 and also appeared in The Bill, Casualty and Doctors. One of the character's central storylines involved an affair with a regular male character which ended his on-screen marriage. Nish's behaviour towards Suki has escalated in recent months, could the other women kill him while defending her? Her most notable role was in the BBC soap opera EastEnders, in which she played Kerry Skinner. Simpson-Kent, Ms Blake's boyfriend, returned to the UK after agreeing to be extradited from the African country. She was 29 years old at the time of her death. The businesswoman - who is played by actress Balvinder Sopal in the BBC soap - renewed her vows with abusive husband. The Met has referred the case to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) over its handling of the investigation. Given Nishs personality and the fact he isn't afraid to go against Sharon or the Mitchells, could he push them too far? Menu. However some fans have argued the expression could actually be one of equal shock and may even hint that Suki is the one to kill him. Biography [ edit] Alison Newman was born in Bournemouth, Hampshire, to David and Jenny Newman. She initially auditioned for the minor part of a nurse, but was encouraged to audition for the more long-term role of Frankie after impressing producers. On the day Sian was reported missing, police went round to the family home at 4pm andSimpson-Kent told officers that Sian had gone to see a friend in Cambridge. EastEnders viewers think they've worked out the identity of the big Christmas mystery killer. Her acting credits include Joe Guy, Love's Labour's Lost, and Twelfth Night, while directing credits include Oxford Street at the Soho Theatre and The Burial at the Almeida Theatre. The murder of former Eastenders actress Sian Blake and her two sons - why did it happen and who killed them? 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