May 4th 2024.
Rob Lomas, a 50-year-old farmer, was recently arrested on suspicion of murder after a young man, Marcus Smith, was fatally shot at Mosley Hall Farm in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, leaving the community in shock and disbelief.
Rob's son, Joshua, has taken it upon himself to set up a fundraiser for his father's legal fees. Using the hashtag #freethefarmer, Joshua has already managed to surpass his initial goal of £10,000 and raise a staggering £16,000. In his heartfelt message, Joshua explains the difficult situation his family is facing and how his father, who has always been a loving and loyal figure in his life, needs support during this challenging time.
Rob is known for his hard work and dedication as a farmer, always braving the elements to tend to his land. But on the night of May 1st, he encountered intruders on his property for the second time in a row. Further details can be found online, but the bottom line is that Rob, his wife Kate, and Joshua now need help and support from their community.
The incident has left a profound impact on the community, with many coming together to show their support for the Lomas family. Marcus's mother even shared a photo of her and her son on Facebook, which was met with an outpouring of condolences. The police were called to the scene at around 1:20am, after receiving reports of a break-in at the farm. Rob was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after another teenager was found with gunshot wounds near the farmhouse. He is currently in the hospital while being questioned on suspicion of aggravated burglary.
A man in his 20s has also been arrested for aggravated burglary after being stopped in a vehicle. And on Friday, another man was arrested for assisting an offender. Marcus was a talented footballer who played for a local club, Chapel Town FC, and attended Chapel-en-le-Frith High School. His tragic death has left his family and friends devastated.
Divisional Commander Chief Superintendent Dave Kirby expressed his gratitude for the support of the local community during this investigation. He also assured that the police will remain on the scene for some time as the investigations continue. If anyone has any information related to the incident, they are urged to come forward and contact the police.
According to neighbors, the incident seems to be a burglary gone wrong. One neighbor shared with the Mail that the farm is located in a remote area, deep in the valley and set back from the main road. They suspect that it was an opportunistic burglary that took a deadly turn. Another neighbor expressed their shock and concern, stating that their normally quiet and peaceful town has been shaken by this tragic event.
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