Last year Mr Bacon said a shoelace found at the scene of the murders - and which was missing until it was found in police storage in 2020 - could provide vital DNA evidence. But this could be him playing games he likes to have the spotlight on himself and is a narcissist. Shaun Russell's wife Lin was murdered with daughter Megan (centre) and nine-year-old Josie (right) was badly injured, Michael Stone was convicted of two counts of murder and one of attempted murder, Lin Russell and her six-year-old daughter Megan did not survive the attacks, Levi Bellfield will never be released from prison after being convicted of three murders and one attempted murder, Lin Russell and her daughters Megan and Josie were bound, blindfolded and bludgeoned with a claw hammer. The CCRC said: "This case is currently under review and no final decision has yet been reached on the application.". The deaths in the picturesque village of Chillenden, Kent, 26 years ago shocked the nation. "He's not doing this because he's friendly with Stone, it's more for the families and Josie Russell," she added. Bellfield ends his statement, saying: Something like this has never happened to me, in the sense Ive committed a crime and another person has been arrested for it. Exclusive: family of Elizabeth Chau accuse police of failing to take case seriously because of their race. Stone was convicted for the two murders in 1998 and 2001 but has consistently denied any involvement in the crimes. Ex-girlfriend and mother to two of Bellfield's children, Joe Collings told The Sun: Hed turn up with flowers and was a gentleman. In a signed statement, Bellfield reportedly confessed to killing Lin, 45, and her daughter Megan Russell, six, in a vicious hammer in Kent in 1996. A man jailed for life for murdering a mother and her daughter hopes a new confession from Milly Dowler killer Levi Bellfield will get him released. Levi Bellfield has 'admitted' to a 19-year-old student's murder in a 'written confession' and is set to be quizzed by police again, it has been reported. Levi Bellfield was born on May 17th 1968 in Isleworth, town in west London, England. "I guess if I'm honest it was a relief. It hasnt been sent to Kent Police because they say they have no interest in it. All rights reserved. He told the Mirror: "[Bellfield's] crimes have hurt a lot of people, not just the people he murdered and their families. Serial killer Levi Bellfield has confessed to the notorious hammer murders of mother and daughter Lin and Megan Russell 26 years ago, a lawyer has told Sky News. The family have only been able to speak out about his account now detectives have eliminated a suspected accomplice from their inquiries. He was also convicted of the attempted murder of Kate Sheedy, while the detective in charge of the Delagrange investigation told Sky News last year that he believes Bellfield is behind "dozens" of other crimes. Bellfield has given broad details of a west London site where he says Chaus body was secreted after her murder, and offered to show detectives the exact spot. August 2004: Amelie Delagrange, 22, is battered to death by Bellfield after she gets off at the wrong bus stop and is attacked walking across Twickenham Green. I used my T-shirt to clean myself and wipe my shorts. He is understood to have handed in the confession to his solicitor Theresa Clark in March this year. A bootlace found at the scene and lost by police was rediscovered last year and sent for lab tests. While Bellfield is currently serving a life sentence for the murder of schoolgirl Millie Dowler. I walked all three of them off the track. However, while the statement may have shone a new light on the case, it should be noted that Bellfield previously claimed responsibility for the two murders but later retracted the statement. Ms Clark said Bellfield's latest confession had been made after he engaged with prison psychologists. Bellfield has already been convicted of three murders; 13-year-old Milly Dowler in March 2002, Marsha McDonnell, 19, in February 2003, and Amlie Delagrange, 22, in August 2004. Bic recognised some of the material [in Bellfields alleged confession] that was not in the public domain.. The mother and two daughters were attacked just before 16:30 BST on 9 July 1996, as they walked with the family dog home from school in Chillenden, near Dover. That is exactly the evidence we relied on in our case. Bellfield lived in west London and while under police surveillance was spotted driving around in a van, and trying to talk to young women in and around bus stops. They said staying silent had placed unimaginable stress on them, but that they now hoped Millys soul, at long last, can finally rest in peace. In 2017 his legal team said they had seen evidence of a full confession by Bellfield, something he denied at the time. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, Top $76,000-a-year New Jersey boarding school admits 'more should have been done' to stop bullying of boy, 17, who took his own life after being falsely accused of rape by cruel peers, First Republic bank is seized and sold to JPMorgan in second-largest U.S. bank failure, A musical climax! Read about our approach to external linking. A spokesperson for the CCRC said: "Mr Stone's current application is being reviewed and we remain in regular contact with his legal representatives. In 2017 Stones solicitors identified Bellfield as a suspect in the murders and claimed he had made his own prison confession. Kate Sheedy was 18 when Levi Bellfield ran her over as she crossed the road near an industrial estate in Isleworth on May 28, 2004. For other inquiries, Contact Us. But he was found guilty once more and sentenced to three life-sentences. Lin Russell, Megan, six, and Josie, nine, were attacked on 9 July 1996 as they walked down a country lane in Chillenden in Kent after having been at a swimming gala. Though he and his girlfriend were house-sitting in west London, he returned to their flat in the early hours of the morning saying he wanted a lie-in, his trial heard. The alleged confession from the man who murdered schoolgirl Millie Dowler that he also killed a mother and her young daughter is to be examined. He has also been convicted of murdering Marsha McDonnell and Amelie Delagrange, and of the attempted murder of Kate Sheedy, and will never be considered for parole. WebThe killings, which saw the mother and her six-year-old daughter bludgeoned to death, as well as the attempted murder of Lins other daughter Josie, nine, happened 25 years ago. I believe what he is saying and I think if the police were to interview him he would finally admit the murders.". In a signed statement, Bellfield reportedly confessed to killing Lin, 45, and her daughter Megan Russell, six, in a vicious hammer in Kent in 1996. He wrote a signed statement and he gave it to me.. He said he wore bright yellow gloves during the attack and threw the hammer in the Thames. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Stones solicitor, Paul Bacon, has said Bellfields new signed confession should spur on the police to investigate these crimes afresh after his clients 26 years in jail. Lin Russell, 45, her two daughters, six-year-old Megan (above with her mother) and nine-year-old Josie, were tied up and savagely beaten with a hammer in the brutal attack in 1996, Michael Stone (pictured) is currently imprisoned after twice being convicted of the Russell murders. It's information that he would only know if he had done it.'. It comes after he 'admitted' to killing a 19-year-old student last week. The car runs her over and reverses back over her body. His mother, Jean Bellfield. "Elmbridge is supposed to be, and is, one of the safest places in the country to live but sometimes things like this happen.". Levi Bellfields solicitor has said her client is adamant he is responsible for the murders of Lin Russell and her daughter Megan. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player. I think it's built up and he wants to get it off his chest. January 2016: Bellfield admits abducting, raping and killing schoolgirl Milly Dowler for the first time, Surrey Police say. "We all sympathise with the family - they said it brings a certain amount of closure, but can one ever say it's closed? Lin was just 45 at the time when she was horrifically bludgeoned to death with a hammer in Chillenden, Kent, in 1996. One retired police detective said Bellfield had torn down his alibi after making the confession in Serial killer Levi Bellfield has reportedly signed a confession to a double murder, which 'contains information only the killer would know'. Ms Clark said Bellfield wanted relatives of those who were killed to have "resolution". Other people have been blamed.". He had allegedly confessed to an inmate while in prison in Canterbury, having been arrested a year after the Russell murders. Levi's eldest child, Bobbie-Louise Bellfield has previously spoken out about her father's heinous crimes with the BBC. All evidence from the examinations on the shoelace were recorded and disclosed to the CCRC.". Please, Another man was jailed for killing the mother and daughter in 1996, Michael Stone, left, was convicted for the murders which Levi Bellfield, right, has now confessed to. February 2008: Bellfield is convicted of the murders of Marsha and Amelie, and the attempted murder of Kate. "He was a person who did exactly what he wanted to do," said Mr Sutton. The Met declined to comment. The award-winning thriller Guilt returns for its third and final outing Martin Lewis shares his money saving tips, Join lafur Arnalds on a journey through all forms of classical and ambient music, 'Find a way to turn it into a dance or game', Christopher McDougall tells Joe Wicks how to make running fun. View our online Press Pack. I think he feels the families and victims deserve some resolution and closure. 2023 BBC. Levi Bellfield: His former partner Johanna Collings, the mother of one of his 11 children, insists that he was with her throughout the day of the 9 July 1996. Stone was first found guilty of two counts of murder and one of attempted murder in 1998 and again in 2001, after the Court of Appeal quashed his conviction due to doubts over a prosecution witness. She dies of head injuries. Since October 2022, the police have known that a serial killer is willing to confess to Elizabeths abduction and murder and tell them where he buried her. 1986: He was sentenced to ten years' imprisonmentfor two armed robberies in Maidstone, Kent and Brighton during the same week. "These further revelations have brought it back home for a lot of people and it raises awareness of what can happen. Had she screamed I would have attacked her and left not harming the children. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The statement goes on to detail how he killed Lin and Megan and left Josie for dead with appalling injuries. Winner makes history on TV talent show Project Icon, Final show for famous dance music venue Printworks. The Chau family say police told them Elizabeths case was closed a decade ago because there were no further leads. We have no comment to make., Suresh Grover, of the Monitoring Group, who has helped the Chau family since 1999, said: There have been so many opportunities in this case for police to act professionally and transparently but none have been taken. The monster told police last May that he raped and tortured Milly at his home, just yards from where he abducted her, before assaulting her outside his mothers house and then taking her to another location. The comments below have been moderated in advance. It was only when an officer at the scene noticed Josie move they realised she had survived the attack. There is a long history to the case, with the family saying when Chau went missing they had to carry out the initial basic inquiries and searches. The family had only recently moved to Kent from north Wales. His version of events is especially traumatic for the family because it means she could have been alive when her uncle spotted Bellfield on the night of the day she vanished in March 2002. Is climate change killing Australian wine? Other items belonging to the student were found by a family organised public search. Scotland Year launched an appeal for information on Elizabeth Chau's disappearance in 2012, 13 years after her disappearance, offering a 15,000 reward. He also murdered Marsha McDonnell, 19, in west London, and took the life of Amelie Delagrange, 22, a French student, the year after. It must have taken some courage and considerable soul-searching by Levi Bellfield to have written and signed this confession, Bacon said on Thursday. LIN and Megan Russell and their dog Lucy were killed as they walked home from a swimming gala on July 9, 1996. Levi Bellfield, the serial killer, has confessed to the double murder of a mother and daughter after speaking to prison psychologists, his solicitor has said. Now Stone's solicitorsays Bellfield has signed a new statement of confession which contains information about the attack which only the killer would know, The Mirrorreported. Mr Bacon said he would be forwarding the Bellfield statement to the CCRC and the police. The 53-year-old is already serving life for the deaths of Millie, 13, Amelie Delagrange, 22, and 19-year-old Marsha McDonnell. Bellfield made the 14-paragraph statement to solicitor Paul Bacon, who represents Michael Stone the man currently serving life after being convicted of the killings. "I've absolutely no doubt that the offences for which we know Bellfield is responsible are just the tip of the iceberg," said former detective chief inspector Colin Sutton. March 2002 - Milly Dowler is abducted in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, while on her way home from school. The Criminal Cases Review Commission is now examining the case. Please, The subscription details associated with this account need to be updated. It comes after he The family of Elizabeth Chau. Petty criminal and ex-heroin addict Michael Stone was found guilty of the murders and attempted murder in 1998 despite a lack of forensic evidence. Two witnesses allegedly said they saw him at the scene. The CCRC has been approached for comment by the BBC. He's also suspected of a number of other violent crimes. Stone was jailed for a third time and sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment for two armed robberies in Maidstone and Brighton respectively during the same week in 1986. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Bellfield has now confessed to killing Judith Gold, 51, in Hampstead in 1990. I didnt look out of place.. A spokeswoman for Surrey Police said: The force has been in regular contact with the Dowler family during this investigation into the circumstances surrounding Millys murder. Play it now! The Russell family did not wish to comment on Bellfields claims. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk. Bellfield, who is serving life for killing schoolgirl Milly Dowler and two others, has revealed chilling details of the Russell murders it is thought only the killer would know. His solicitor says he has now received a statement written by Levi Bellfield which details the killings. This includes the family not police finding CCTV footage recording the last known sighting of Chau. A huge search for the 13-year-old is launched, but her remains are found six months later in woods in Hampshire. Chaus family told the Guardian they had been living in agony since the computer studies student at Thames Valley University went missing without trace on 16 April 1999. She manages to escape but four years later identifies Bellfield as the man who tried to kidnap her. His father, Joseph Rabetts, died of a heart attack, Levi (Age 10). Solicitor Theresa Clark was handed the confession last month. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 2021: Bellfield issues a statement putting himself near the scene of the crimes - but denies murder. She was calm. Her sister, Bic-Hang, her mother, Phung Chau, and her brother, Minh-Vu. Kim flaunts her taut tummy as she arrives in New York for the big fashion event - with her nine-year-old daughter in tow, Experts are recommending 'Swedish death cleaning' - and they say it's your duty to your children, Man with micropenis reveals how he broaches the topic with potential sexual partners, State of emergency is declared as devastating tornado rips through Virginia Beach: Twister destroys up to 100 homes, capsizes boats and downs trees, It's Kim City! Its information that he would only know if he had done it.". Bellfield has made a signed and written confession to the kidnap, rape, assault and murder of the university student Elizabeth Chau, who disappeared from a west London street in 1999, his solicitor confirmed. His lawyer said he had now made a fresh signed statement, saying he "needs to take responsibility". Josie Russell moved to Wales with her father after the attack, and had to learn to speak again. Drug addict Michael Stone was twice convicted of murdering the Russells and is serving life, but has always denied the killings in the Kent countryside in 1996. It was warm and I drove the rest of the journey with no top on. Kate Sheedy, 18, survived when he ran her over near Isleworth the same year. Stone was also found guilty of trying to murder Megan's sister Josie. "We are aware they are planning to send in further information, and when received, we will thoroughly analyse it and make any appropriate enquiries. A man serving life in jail for murdering a mother and daughter hopes a new confession to the crime by the serial killer Levi Bellfield will lead to a new police investigation. All rights reserved. Her son was given a whole-life sentence for the brutal slaughter of the teenager, but had never admitted killing or raping her until last year when he spoke to female police officers. ", Call for British public to swear allegiance to King Charles just an 'invitation, ', Lambeth Palace clarifies after mockery, Camilla took private jets to meet Charles overseas during Diana marriage, ex-royal, Arctic blast sets off government's Cold Weather Payment - but are you eligible for the, Late Queen's confidante given lifelong home by King Charles days after being 'turfed, Harry's visit to the UK for King Charles's coronation 'will be rapid trip lasting less, 'Why can't it be a person of the people? @skymartinbrunt. Levi Bellfield is the only prisoner in British history to be serving two whole life sentences, without the possibility of parole Serial killer Levi Bellfield has confessed to the notorious hammer murders of mother and daughter Lin and Megan Russell 26 years ago, a lawyer has told Sky News. 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Levi Bellfield was given a life sentence in 2011 for the murder of Milly Dowler. It will hopefully bring closure to the families involved. He has previously admitted being in the Chillenden area of Kent at the time of Lin and daughter Megans killings. Bellfield previously told pals he was worried about his DNA being found on a lace. I committed a crime and another person has been arrested for it. He had four siblings, two brothers and two sisters. She was battered with a hammer and found on Twickenham Green with severe head injuries. They have also asked to meet the forces commissioner Sir Mark Rowley, who has vowed to clean up the scandal-hit Met. Read more: Serial killer Levi Bellfield 'confesses to murder' of student who disappeared 24 years ago, "I know that he did those murders. HMP Frankland, Stone said: 'I've been in prison for 26 years for a crime I did not commit. In his confession, Bellfield is said to have confessed to a 'blitz' of five attempted murders and attacks against the then 17-year-old Jessie Wilson in south west London, Sarah Spurell, 23, in Hastings in 2004, and Sonia Salvatierra, 26, in Twickenham, west London. "My client says 'I did it, I need to take responsibility for what I've done'.". He has also been convicted of murdering Marsha McDonnell and Amlie Delagrange and the attempted murder of Kate Sheedy, and will never be considered for parole. Mr Bacon told Sky News: "It is a full and frank confession. VideoAn inside look at the housing crisis, The world's most endangered jobs. She was out We have noticed that there is an issue with your subscription billing details. 1998: Michael Stone was found guilty of the murders and an attempted murder. Met detectives will next month interview Bellfield over two days. Our pain does not leave us but it has been doubled by police inaction. ", A CCRC spokesman said of Stones case: "This case is currently under review and no final decision has yet been reached on the application.". The killer also says in his statement that he is responsible for the murder of Judith Gold, a mother of three found battered to death in Hampstead, north London, in 1990. She asked me not to harm her children. There has been no sighting of Chau since the night she disappeared, shortly after 6pm, in and around Uxbridge Road close to Ealing police station. I have no doubt that he carried out other attacks and I would say that with Bellfield anything is possible. Michael Stone's lawyer, Paul Bacon, says killer had confessed in a four-page statement with details he claimed only the killer would know. The Chau family do not believe this should have taken seven months. The mother was with her two young daughters at the time, The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Theresa Clark told the publication: 'I have passed it to the police. The claims of Bellfields confession reached police in October 2022, the Chau family and other sources say. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-o3g03s{color:black;}Published9:31,27 April 2023 BST.css-1aaqh7x{color:#666666;}@media (min-width:1024px){.css-1aaqh7x{color:#666666;}}| Last updated12:45,27 April 2023 BST. March 2010: Bellfield is charged with killing Milly. He killed Marsha McDonnell, 19, in Hampton, South West London in 2003 and Amelie Delagrange, 22, in Twickenham in 2004. 1997: Police arrested and charged 37 year-old Stone. Stone, 62, has alleged that Bellfield's shock statement contains key information about the gruesome hammer attack which only the killer would know about. He successfully appealed but was then found guilty at a second trial in 2001, based partly on a confession he is said to have made in prison. He claims that the following day he threw the hammer he used to carry out the attacks into the Thames near Walton, Surrey. Meanwhile, Elmbridge borough councillor Barry Cheyne - who was a governor at Milly's Heathside School at the time she went missing - said the latest revelations by Bellfield had "brought back home for a lot of people" the anguish of the six months in 2002 from when she disappeared to when her body was found. My client says I did it, I need to take responsibility for what Ive done.. CCRC reported that there was no forensic evidence to connect Bellfield to the crimes some months after the first confession in June of last year. Stone was jailed for life for killing the mother and daughter but has maintained his innocence and last yearserial killer Bellfield confessed to the murders, but later retracted the statement. Bobbie, who was 20 at the time but now 30, said it wasnt a surprise at all when he was arrested for the murder of schoolgirl Milly Dowler. February 2012: Bellfield loses a Court of Appeal bid to challenge his conviction for Milly's kidnap and murder.
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