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Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. The feedback has been fairly positive so far. The prospect of going back to prison at my age is a really terrifying thought. FORMER hood Ian Blink MacDonald has become a dad for the third time aged 58. In a desperate bid to kick his habit, he has been attending Cocaine Anonymous for the last four months. The East End crime base was later raided and associate Benjamin Welsh, 49, was jailed. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. I know itll end badly if it doesnt.. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Glasgow community councils 'struggling' to get back up and running post-covid. Learn more Cops in the former Scottish Crime and Drug Enforcement Agency knew for years that McKenzie, was a major player in the criminal underworld. For other inquiries Contact Us. He will have to attend addiction counselling and a domestic abuse course if deemed appropriate by social workers. MacDonald, who also has daughter Leighanne, 34, and son Daryl, 30, from previous relationships, revealed: Im more of a hands-on dad this time around and Im really enjoying it. Detectives nailed McKenzie after they listened in to his conversations and heard him using code to talk about drug deals. Police moved on McKenzie in June 2011 and raided his house in Baillieston, Glasgow. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire.

Police search Nicola Sturgeon's Glasgow home as scene sealed off after husband Peter Murrell arrest. Fortunately no on was hurt as a result, but Police Scotland has warned of the dangers caused by shining laser pens at an aircraft following the weekend incident. You can follow this profile to get notifications of Ian Blink MacDonald's new podcast credits. He claims his 'life spiralled out of control' while addicted to the Class A drug. The 30-year-old was last seen in the city centre. As a young man in Glasgows underworld, Ian Blink MacDonald fought, robbed and slashed his way to the top, developing a taste for the high life along the way. A passerby was walking home from work when she came across the fatal crash on Calder Street, in Govanhill, and says it was a 'heartbreaking' scene. He said: They live a lifestyle some of us can only dream about.. Mincy served almost seven years from 1997 after being caught with cocaine and heroin worth 1million. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. EX-GANGSTER Ian 'Blink' MacDonald has dodged jail after he threatened his girlfriend and stole her Range Rover following an 'explosive' row. I am on the giro. Weba story from my time in victorias nightclub..lets begin Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun? Prison is no place for a man in his 60s so I need to stay on the straight and narrow., He added: The people at Cocaine Anonymous have been a great help. Data returned from the Piano 'meterActive/meterExpired' callback event. Former gangster Ian Blink MacDonald has revealed he is getting help for cocaine addiction. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Reportedly once the home of a well-to-do and well liked GP, it has long been abandoned with its future uncertain. I never thought this was going to happen at this age. For other inquiries, Contact Us. MacDonald, of Townhead, Glasgow, was once one of the underworlds most feared figures. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. WebIan MacDonald ran a successful bar before being jailed in 1993 for a failed bank robbery. Court papers claimed MacDonald seized her by the hair and pulled it before striking her head with a mirror. The dispenser did agree with Mr Docherty that the police arrived and took MacDonald away. WebA story of me and Paul back in the day driving about Glasgow. He claims his 'life spiralled out of control' while addicted to the Class A drug. Former Glasgow gangster Ian 'Blink' MacDonald is in rehabilitation for cocaine addiction. The 61-year-old is a convicted bank robber and had close links to gangland figures Paul Ferris and Arthur Thompson snr. In his own podcast earlier this month, called Blink and Youll Miss It, MacDonald - who was jailed for an attempted 6million bank heist in 1991 - claimed an historic feud between Ferris and Glasgow Godfather Arthur Thompson snr began over a stolen drug stash. They watched in disbelief as he met shady Liverpool gangsters in hotels such as the upmarket Radisson Blu in Glasgow city centre evidence that helped them to build a rock solid case against him. The event was dubbed A Night With Paul Ferris: The Final Chapter. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map.

679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. He was part of a six-man gang that targeted a NatWest branch in Torquay, Devon. I can only assume some people prefer to be hands-on. First Bus 'thoughts with everyone' after two kids knocked down on Glasgow street. 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He fled to Spain and was only arrested in February after being picked up off a flight from Malaga to Belfast. Ruthless David Mincey McKenzie was banged up for almost seven years after being busted by elite cops in a massive covert operation. Tempers flared after she stopped for fuel at a garage In Bellshill. This page showcases all of Ian Blink MacDonald's podcast credits and appearances such as hosted episodes, guest interviews, and behind-the-scenes work. I thought I might as well do my own and see how it goes. At least four kids dead as axe attacker, 25, goes on nursery rampage, 2million of cannabis discovered in massive 'drug farm' raid as four arrested, Five-year-old boy dies after being hit by bus as girl, 9, rushed to hospital, Nicola Sturgeon shell-shocked after cops swooped on her home in dawn raid, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Nicola Sturgeon's husband Peter Murrell released without charge after arrest. contact the editor here. Miss Lurinsky also claimed she did not know who contacted the police. And DCI Donaldson appealed to the public for help in nailing more major criminals. It was most unusual.. But he revealed his priority is now taking his turn at feeding and changing little Millie, who was born on July 22. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. MacDonald was jailed for 16 years over his role in an attempted 6million bank robbery in 1991. activity and adopted anti-surveillance techniques. Gordon Jackson, defending, described him as a lieutenant of people who are very serious in the business. The two of them were friendly. I go to two or three meetings every week., MacDonald added that being a better dad to the three-year-old daughter he had with his partner Ashley Lurinsky was inspiring him to stick with rehab. Freed from prison after 10 years This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. "But this was pure persecution.

Glasgow city centre streets set to be pedestrianised after transfer to university. Ex-gangster Ian 'Blink' MacDonald gatecrashed former rival Paul Ferris' live show, Ferris was left stunned but the pair embraced, Controversial Scottish Government practice of leaving stalking and assault totals from official crime stats set to end, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Former Glasgow gangster Ian 'Blink' MacDonald is in rehabilitation for cocaine addiction. View our online Press Pack. The mysterious home in Glasgow's west end that's been boarded up for years. The 43-year-old man from Glasgow was arrested as part of an operation led by the FBI and Dutch National Police which followed the takedown of Genesis Market - a criminal marketplace. Bill McVicar revealed: He demonstrated a high level of awareness of police This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network.
To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 12-year-old boy chased down by gang in horrific attack after getting off school bus. The unfortunate man took a heavy tumble from his bike outside El Jefe's restaurant in Giffnock after hitting a pothole which was covered by rainwater. Former Glasgow gangster Ian 'Blink' MacDonald is in rehabilitation for cocaine addiction.

He said: Ive appeared on other peoples podcasts and they were quite popular.

Sign up to Glasgow Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox. The fatal crash happened on the second day of the school holidays. Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. And McKenzie, 41 who was jailed at the High Court in Glasgow on Friday even spoke about deals in code as he feared he was being monitored. In 2006, he was stabbed in a Glasgow pub by George Redmond and was left fighting for his life. FORMER hood Ian Blink MacDonald has become a dad for the third time aged 58. Folk can say what they want, I dont care. But DCI Donaldson said: The amount of cocaine seized could have generated 5million on the streets., Jailing McKenzie for six years and eight months for his third drugs rap, judge Lord Matthews said: Those who deal in controlled drugs can expect very Ian 'Blink' McDonald, 40 armed robber EARNED nickname because he would put fear of death into anyone who looked at him. "I'm known as the 'Giro Kid' but the quiet life suits me. MacDonald also pled guilty to taking the car and threatening Ashley, 35. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. My pals used to wind me up and call me Blank as I used to do a lot of jumping around and partying. It is the first time they have been pictured together in like two decades - since the feud.. In 1991 he was busted by cops as he went for a meal at a Chinese restaurant with girlfriend Sheila Gourlay. Thompsons son, Arthur Jr, was shot dead in 1991 and Ferris was charged with his murder but cleared after what was then the longest criminal trial in Scottish history. The convicted bank robber told how his lifestyle spiralled out of control Glasgow cops charge 13-year-old with shining laser pen at police helicopter. But one top detective said the reckless hood whose trade could have been worth up to 5million brought about his OWN downfall by conducting his business in swanky hotel lobbies. SEPTEMBER 2013: Jailed at High Court in Glasgow. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). He said: If you have a directing influence in a crime group, as he had, you dont get involved in actually distributing the drugs. EX-gangster Ian Blink MacDonald joked he could not convict a fellow armed robber after he was called for jury duty. A spokeswoman for Police Scotland said: "In the early hours of Saturday, May 5 2018, officers from Police Scotland stopped and searched a 57-year-old man in Glasgow City Centre following an intelligence led operation. 194K views 1 year ago True Crime Email us atscoop@thesun.co.ukor call 0141 420 5200, At least four kids dead as axe attacker, 25, goes on nursery rampage, 2million of cannabis discovered in massive 'drug farm' raid as four arrested, Five-year-old boy dies after being hit by bus as girl, 9, rushed to hospital, Nicola Sturgeon shell-shocked after cops swooped on her home in dawn raid, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Former gangster MacDonald earlier pled guilty to breaching a bail condition not to approach Miss Lurinsky. Its landed me in bother and I know I have to change my ways. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Even if I didnt have it, it was easy to find someone who did. The craziness has got to stop. Work to help local groups get re-established is part of a council' mission' to work in partnership with communities. inaccuracy or intrusion, then please FEBRUARY 2013: Arrested after arriving on flight to Belfast. Public urged not to approach man reported missing from Glasgow city centre. 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'Worried sick' family of Renfrew missing in Lanzarote plead for help as thousands raised to find him. They took him to his Townhead flat to search for weapons - but came up empty handed. Prosecutor Sean Docherty dropped the charge mid-trial after Miss Lurinsky gave her evidence. The convicted bank robber Some of them have had hundreds of thousands of views so what Ive got to say must be interesting to some folk. He later pleads guilty to distribution of cocaine. Specialist officers managed to crack the secret language lingo. MacDonald appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court, Credit: Alan MacGregor Ewing - The Sun Glasgow, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). The pair have not spoken for around twenty years amid a long-running feud but the duo appeared to kiss and make up on stage during the bizarre incident. HP10 9TY. Former hood MacDonald grabbed the microphone and, addressing Ferris, said: Hes one of the funniest guys Ive ever met. Ian said: "I'm not slagging the officers off. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. His latest conviction was in 2015 when he got two months for arguing with a passenger on a flight to Spain. Then he jumped on the stage and grabbed the mic and started to shout and bawl. The terrified 12-year-old boy was chased, knocked to the ground and set upon by the 10-strong gang of thugs who repeatedly kicked him on the face and ribs just yards from his home. His notoriety earned him an offer of work from Scotlands most feared gangster, Arthur Thompson, but MacDonald had other plans: to finance a new life in Spain with the APRIL 2011: Raid on McKenzies home finds Blackberry drug deal texts. Gangster Ian Blink MacDonald has claimed one of Scotlands most notorious gangland feuds began over a stolen drug stash. DCI Donaldson has no idea why McKenzie was involved in his business at this level. MacDonald, 61, was on trial accused of attacking Ashley Lurinsky, 36, at her home in Glasgow's Dalmarnock on June 25, 2022. Cocaine had to be involved, it just took over everything. Email us atscoop@thesun.co.ukor call 0141 420 5200, Nicola Sturgeon's husband arrested as cops probe SNP finances, Five-year-old boy and girl, 9, rushed to hospital after horror crash, First pic of pensioner 'murdered' in 'incident' as woman rushed to hospital, Four suspects arrested over 'murder' of woman found dead at flat, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. I am no spring chicken. Do you have a story or video for The Scottish Sun? The 58-year-old husband of Nicola Sturgeon was arrested on Wednesday morning. The court heard that the couple were hoping to reconcile following a stormy period in their relationship. The 61-year-old is a convicted bank robber and had close links to gangland figures Paul Ferris and Arthur Thompson snr. This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's "I had been chatting up this young lady for a while so I didn't appreciate the police showing up on our first date.". The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). A DRUGS kingpin linked to notorious crime boss Jamie Bull Stevenson has been caged for flooding Scotlands streets with 1million of cocaine. The He headbutted former pal Ian Blink MacDonald at his brother Johns funeral in 2010. irina.wilkie@the-sun.co.uk. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Some of my stories are quite funny but I often tell younger guys that my life has never been something they should want to copy., Ashley said: Im supporting Ian in his rehabilitation. He also admitted kicking the vehicle after the incident was caught on CCTV in May. MacDonald, 60 - known as Blink - then stunned the audience by storming the stage while Ferris was being interviewed by host and show organiser James English. We wanted to attack everything that this group was involved in not only the drugs but also any businesses.. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here.

Soaring costs and the recruitment and retention of nursing staff mean Balmanno House can no longer be sustained by the charity running the 200 year old west end care home. WebThis is a podcast creator profile for Ian Blink MacDonald. Paisley nursery 'deeply sorry' after child climbs out of window and wanders off. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. WebAs a young man in Glasgows underworld, Ian "Blink" MacDonald fought, robbed, and slashed his way to the top, developing a taste for the high life along the way. Its not the first time Ian, who has a book about his gangland exploits coming out soon, has seen a romantic night out spoiled by police. Depute fiscal Scott O'Connor said: "Police were contacted by staff at McDonald's and two days later officers were notified that the motor vehicle was at an address in Uddingston.". MacDonald went on the run for several months but was arrested by undercover police in a Chinese restaurant in Glasgow. MacDonald, 61, was on trial accused of attacking the woman, 36, at her home in MacDonald has also launched his crime podcast Blink And Youll Miss It which has built a cult following. I am not involved in crime any more. unusual. Detectives made a breakthrough when they realised McKenzie was heavily involved in day-to-day drugs transactions. Last week he was cleared of assaulting Lurinsky at her home in the Dalmarnock area of Glasgow after prosecutors dropped charges following her evidence to the court. View our online Press Pack. Police are at scene of the former First Minister's Uddingston home after they arrested her husband, Peter Murrell, in connection with an investigation into SNP finances. He served a prison sentence for weapons possession in 1984 and believed he had been betrayed by the Thompsons. Ferris was an enforcer for Glasgow Godfather Arthur Thompson in the 1980s. 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