Mother shot dead in South Wales, mistaken identity suspected

Joanne Penney, a 40-year-old woman, was shot and killed in what authorities believe was a case of mistaken identity. The incident occurred on March 9 when she answered the door at a friend's flat in Talbot Green, South Wales. Reports indicate that the flat may have been associated with drug activity. Witnesses suggest the gunman meant to target a different woman who was staying at the property. An inquest into Joanne's death revealed she suffered injuries to her heart and lung from a gunshot wound. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 6 PM, but she was pronounced dead at the location. Five individuals have been charged with her murder, while another person has been charged with assisting an offender. The suspects come from various locations, including Cardiff and Leicester. The inquest was adjourned as further investigations are needed, but the senior coroner expressed the need for a thorough review given the violent nature of the case. A trial date has been set for October 20, expected to last six to eight weeks. Neighbors were shocked by the shooting, with some recalling hearing a gunshot. In a family tribute, Joanne was remembered as a beloved daughter, mother, and sister, asking for privacy as they cope with their loss.