Brenda Leyland found dead in a hotel room.

[stephen25000]

I absolutely agree that the tweets are utterly vile, and totally unacceptable in any context. 

Why do you think someone from "across the pond" would insert themsleves in this way?

It appears to be verging on insanity.

[Jean-Pierre]

It appears to be verging on insanity.

Extremely unpleasant, ceratinly.  But I am not sure about insne - my impression is that it was written for some purpose or effect. But by who?

[slartibartfast]

Extremely unpleasant, ceratinly.  But I am not sure about insne - my impression is that it was written for some purpose or effect. But by who?

This is where we get the theory that it was an ant1 posing as a pr0 to discredit the pr0s"  &%+((£

[colombosstogey]

I absolutely agree that the tweets are utterly vile, and totally unacceptable in any context. 

Why do you think someone from "across the pond" would insert themsleves in this way?

I have no idea Jean-Pierre its all too odd for me. Perhaps because they think they are safe to do so?

I just feel sorry for the McCanns actually because if they have this calibre of people standing up for them, its not really doing them any good is it.

I dont get all this attack on twitter, and facebook etc what is wrong with this world.

I see nothing wrong in discussing cases, I dont AGREE with name calling or verbal attacks on the the family either it serves no purpose, but really on most forums you cannot discuss this case without being constantly abused by people FOR the McCanns, and yes sadly then it becomes a bit tit for tat.

I have so many people on block that i only see a few posts lol......I dont come on much more now about the case as there really is nothing new.

In 2007 to now there is nothing. Just the child missing.

At the moment there is an horrendous murder case going on in South Africa and no one is discussing it lol....

Funny old world.

[Mr Gray]

I think we will find Brenda had other issues in her life...she has two sons ands is estranged from one of them.....I don't think the doorstepping was responsible for her death

[Mr Gray]

Facebook group urges Sky reporter’s sacking after death of alleged troll

A Facebook campaign is calling for Sky News reporter Martin Brunt to be sacked following the death of a woman the broadcaster alleged to be one of the internet trolls abusing the McCann family.

Sky News has a rigorous set of internal guidelines for its reporters but insiders say each story is handled on a case-by-case basis. Although she appeared on camera, Leyland was not named and registration plates on nearby cars were pixellated.

During the report, Brunt and his team took extra precautions such as not naming the village where Leyland lived and Brunt referred to her only by her Twitter name, @sweepyface. However, she was subsequently named in newspaper reports.

The Guardian understands the story was looked at closely by Sky’s lawyers before it was broadcast and Sky is confident that proper procedures had been followed. The broadcaster is reviewing in the situtation in the wake of Leyland’s death. Sky News’ guidelines state: “Any grounds for an investigation that involves significant intrusion into any individual’s privacy must be very strong. Before we start out we must be certain that any such intrusion is outweighed by the seriousness of the story and the amount of public good that will be delivered by its publication and/or broadcast.”

The detailed guidelines also say: “People who are the subject of reports should not be treated unfairly. Where wrongdoing is alleged, they should be offered an opportunity to respond.

“Where there may be doubt or uncertainty over a legal issue – in the first instance check with the Head of Home News or Head of International News, as appropriate. Remember: if in doubt, do not proceed, broadcast or publish. Always refer upwards.”

Brunt – who has himself become the subject of online abuse –- is said to be upset by Leyland’s death but has not yet made any comment.

Sky News is not expected to comment further beyond a statement that said: “We were saddened to hear of the death of Brenda Leyland. It would be inappropriate to speculate or comment further at this time.”

http://www.theguardian.com/media/2014/oct/06/facebook-sky-news-troll-martin-brunt-brenda-leyland-mccanns

https://www.facebook.com/SackMartinBrunt

The facebook campaign is almost certainly just the same people who have been harassing the mccanns for the last seven years...not a representative view of the general public


many of the posts on this page re simply attacks on the McCanns...what a bunch of idiots.....in that respect they are justifying Brunts actions

[stephen25000]

A Portuguese view.

http://translate.google.com/translate?depth=1&hl=en&rurl=translate.google.com&tl=en&u=http://www.cmjornal.xl.pt/nacional/portugal/detalhe/critica_dos_mccann_crucificada_na_sky.html

[Alfred R Jones]

So, have we all to hound Brunt to his death now, is that the aim here?  Jesus, how f..ked up.

[Mr Gray]

A Portuguese view.

http://translate.google.com/translate?depth=1&hl=en&rurl=translate.google.com&tl=en&u=http://www.cmjornal.xl.pt/nacional/portugal/detalhe/critica_dos_mccann_crucificada_na_sky.html

shows how biased the Portuguese press are...spreading more anti McCann propaganda...utter disgrace

[stephen25000]

shows how biased the Portuguese press are...spreading more anti McCann propaganda...utter disgrace

and the UK press are non-biased in this case dave ?

[Mr Gray]

and the UK press are non-biased in this case dave ?

I think the uk press generally  tell the truth...has amaral had to sue the Portuguese press for libel...no

[Mr Gray]

Any investigation into Brendas death is going to highlight her abusive tweets...

[stephen25000]

I think the uk press generally  tell the truth...has amaral had to sue the Portuguese press for libel...no

Rubbish.

For the last 5 years the UK press have towed the mccann line.

So that won't wash davel, it really won't.

[stephen25000]

Any investigation into Brendas death is going to highlight her abusive tweets...

It's not the only investigation now davel.

[Jean-Pierre]

I gather those wishing to cite "Rainne" as an example of a typical rabid "pro" are in for a bit of a disappointment. 

Claims to be a female holistic health coach based in Hawaii and quite catholic in her foulmouthed condemnation of just about everyone, but mainly blacks and muslims.  Not that keen on mormons either.  Her "tweets" on the 3rd October were her first reference to anything to do with the McCanns.