Neighbors recall horrifying screams as man attacked with acid leading to his death in Plymouth.
Ten individuals, including seven men from London and three women from Plymouth, are being tried at Winchester Crown Court for the assault on Danny Cahalane at his residence on Lipson Road, Plymouth, in the early hours of February 21, 2025. The 38-year-old father of two succumbed to his injuries in a Bristol hospital on May 3, 2024.
According to court proceedings, Danny, described as a Plymouth drug dealer indebted to a higher-ranking drug supplier named Ryan Kennedy, also known as ‘Frost,’ had received threatening messages indicating his life was in danger. The messages included warnings of death and references to acid attacks.
Witness statements presented in court revealed the harrowing sounds of glass breaking, scuffles, and screams heard by neighbors on the night of the incident. Witnesses described seeing a hooded man engaged in a physical altercation outside Danny’s home.
Reports from witnesses and paramedics detailed the extent of Danny’s injuries, with severe burns covering a significant portion of his body, including his face and eyes. The use of sulphuric acid was suspected due to the distinctive smell and symptoms described by the victim.
The prosecution alleged that the attack was orchestrated due to underlying criminal activities involving drug trafficking. Messages exchanged between the victim’s ex-wife, Paris Wilson, and Frost hinted at their involvement in illegal activities and disputes over money.
The court heard that Wilson had prior knowledge of the impending attack on Danny and had communicated with Frost regarding their criminal dealings. The prosecution urged the jury to consider how Frost obtained detailed information about Danny’s whereabouts and residence layout.
The trial involves multiple charges, including murder, attempted kidnapping, and involvement in organized crime related to drug trafficking. All ten defendants, including Wilson, are denying the charges.
The trial is ongoing, with further testimonies and evidence expected to be presented.