The case of Madeleine McCann

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Home Secretary to ask US for satellite images of Praia da Luz

Sunday October 18,2009

By James Murray

HOME Secretary Alan Johnson is prepared to ask US spy chiefs for satellite images which may show the face of Madeleine McCann’s kidnapper, following intervention by the Sunday Express.

Hope of new progress came after it emerged Leicestershire Police never made a formal request to the Home Office for views of Praia da Luz on Portugal’s Algarve at the time the little girl vanished in May 2007.

The quality of pictures taken by satellites in space is now so good they can reputedly identify the colour of someone’s eyes.

Last night a senior source with the Portuguese police said: “We know US spy satellites regularly sweep over Portugal looking at military installations and government facilities.

“So we thought they might actually have images of Praia da Luz on the day of the kidnapping and the preceding days.

“We hoped spy images may have captured the kidnapper watching the apartment prior to the event or even on the day itself. Obviously, having a picture would have speeded up the apprehension of the offender.” Yet more than two years after Madeleine was snatched no help has been forthcoming, despite early requests from senior Portuguese detectives.

The Portuguese source explained: “This was fully discussed with Leicestershire Police and officials with the British Government.

“We were confident of getting progress because of Gordon Brown’s interest in the case and this apparent special relationship between Britain and the United States.

“Your ambassador to Portugal even visited our officers soon after the kidnap.

“The bad news for us is that we got nowhere with this avenue of inquiry, which was both frustrating and infuriating.”

For, despite all the talk, nothing appears to have been done officially with the British government and the formal requests were never made.

Last night a spokesman for Mr Johnson said extensive checks within the security intelligence community had failed to discover any formal request ever having come to them through Leicestershire Police from Portugal.

However, he said that if a request were now made Mr Johnson would see whether he could offer any assistance in trying to persuade the Americans to become co-operative.

The issue appears so sensitive that Prime Minister Mr Brown may have to speak directly to US President Barack Obama in order to achieve co-operation.

The Sunday Express sought explanations for the extraordinary situation from the US government’s ultra- secretive National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.

The agency’s lawyers are now considering a Freedom of Information request from the Sunday Express.

A spokesman for the agency said: “NGA does not provide imagery to private citizens or private companies. For reasons of national security we do not discuss specifics about what images we have or our capabilities.”

Private investigators working for parents Kate and Gerry McCann, who live in Rothley, Leicestershire, have also tried to access US satellite images, but with no success.

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Other items found in drawer of McCanns bedside table

Surgical gloves?

Brian Healy's drugs dispensed by a McCann (28 Amantadine caps 100MG)







 

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Other items found in drawer of McCanns bedside table

Surgical gloves?

Brian Healy's drugs dispensed by a McCann (28 Amantadine caps 100MG)

Common side effects of this medicine include:
Agitation, anxiety, or nervousness.
Dizziness or lightheadedness.
Headache.
Nausea or loss of appetite.
Purplish red blotchy spots on skin.
Trouble sleeping or nightmares.

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Common side effects of this medicine include:
Agitation, anxiety, or nervousness.
Dizziness or lightheadedness.
Headache.
Nausea or loss of appetite.
Purplish red blotchy spots on skin.
Trouble sleeping or nightmares.

What were the McCann parents doing with prescribed medication for Brian Healey, whilst they were on holiday in Portugal?

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What were the McCann parents doing with prescribed medication for Brian Healey, whilst they were on holiday in Portugal?

Was Madeleine McCann drugged with this medication? If so, what benefits if anything did the McCann Parents think could be achieved from administering it?

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Why would medication prescribed to Brian Healey be present on the bedside cabinet in the MacCann Parents bedroom in apartment 5a?

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Why would medication prescribed to Brian Healey be present on the bedside cabinet in the MacCann Parents bedroom in apartment 5a?

Ok, we must proceed on the basis that Kate McCanns father had erectile disfunction - but, why would Kate and Gerry McCann had his medication on their bedside cabinet at apartment 5a, Ocean Club resort, Pria de Luz, Portugal on and by the evening of the 3rd May 2007?

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Similarly, why would other strips of used medication be found and photographed on a table of the lounge inside apartment 5a, as captured by the PJ photographer?

Furthermore, what sort of medication was that /this?

Was it a partially used prescribed part of Brian Healey's medication?

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It begs the question, first and foremost, whereabouts on planet Earth was Brian Healey on the evening of Thursday 3rd May 2007?

If married, or he had a partner at that time, whereabouts on planet Earth, was she, or he?

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We must not overlook the fact that on Kate McCanns own account, as attested to by other members of the so called tapas 9 group, that upon returning to the tapas bar restaurant, Kate McCann is supposed to have yelled out, 'They've taken her, they've taken her, Madeleine is gone'...

Was she referring to her father and partner / wife / husband?

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Who in the mind of Kate McCann at that point was / is - they?

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It is a rather unusual feature, that the McCann parents should have erectile dysfunctional dedication prescribed to Brian Healey on their bedside cabinet inside their bedroom at apartment 5a, at the time when Madeleine vanished without trace from there....

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It is a rather unusual feature, that the McCann parents should have erectile dysfunctional dedication prescribed to Brian Healey on their bedside cabinet inside their bedroom at apartment 5a, at the time when Madeleine vanished without trace from there....

Was Brian Healey and his partner the couple who entered the McCann apartment, on the same evening that Mrs Fenn noted that a child had been crying continuously?

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that may be caused by the use of certain drugs.

Amantadine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Important Information

You should not use amantadine if you received a nasal flu vaccine in the past 14 days.
Do not receive a nasal flu vaccine while taking amantadine, and for at least 48 hours after your last dose.

Before taking this medicineYou should not use amantadine if you are allergic to it, or if:
severe kidney disease; or you have received a "live" nasal flu vaccine (FluMist) within the past 14 days.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:daytime drowsiness (caused by a sleep disorder or taking certain medicines); a seizure; fluid retention, congestive heart failure; liver or kidney disease;
low blood pressure, fainting spells; eczema; glaucoma; alcoholism or drug addiction; or
mental illness, psychosis, or suicidal thoughts or actions. People with Parkinson's disease may have a higher risk of skin cancer (melanoma). Talk to your doctor about this risk and what skin symptoms to watch for. It is not known whether amantadine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

You should not breast-feed while using this medicine. Amantadine is not approved for influenza in a child younger than 1 year old. Gocovri is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

How should I take amantadine?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed. If you take amantadine to treat influenza A, start taking the medicine within 24 to 48 hours after flu symptoms begin. Keep taking amantadine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. You may take amantadine with or without food. You may need to take this medicine only at bedtime. Follow your doctor's instructions. Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
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If you cannot swallow a capsule whole, open it and sprinkle the medicine into a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow the mixture right away without chewing. Do not save it for later use.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, skin rash, or other new symptoms.

If you take amantadine for Parkinson symptoms: You should not stop using amantadine suddenly or your condition may become worse. Stopping suddenly may also cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms.

Ask your doctor how to safely stop using this medicine.

Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.
Call your doctor if you miss several doses in a row.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of amantadine can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include confusion, agitation, behavior changes, hallucinations, severe headache or pounding in your ears, muscle stiffness, problems with balance or walking, trouble breathing, fast heartbeats, or seizure.

What should I avoid while taking amantadine?

Do not receive a nasal flu vaccine while using amantadine, and for at least 48 hours after your last dose.

The vaccine may not work as well during this time, and may not fully protect you from disease.
Do not drink alcohol. Dangerous side effects could occur. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how amantadine will affect you. Amantadine may impair your thinking or reactions. Some people taking amantadine have fallen asleep during normal daytime activities such as working, talking, eating, or driving. You may fall asleep suddenly, even after feeling alert. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.

Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor's advice. Taking a stimulant together with amantadine can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.

Amantadine side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have: extreme drowsiness, falling asleep suddenly even after feeling alert;
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out; shortness of breath (even with mild exertion), swelling in your hands or feet; painful or difficult urination; depression, agitation, aggression, behavior changes, hallucinations, thoughts of hurting yourself; a seizure; or severe nervous system reaction--very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, confusion, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors.
You may have increased sexual urges, unusual urges to gamble, or other intense urges while taking this medicine. Talk with your doctor if this occurs.

Side effects may be more likely in older adults.

Common side effects may include:dizziness, falls;dry mouth; swelling in your legs or feet; nausea, constipation; or
sleep problems (insomnia).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Amantadine side effects (in more detail)

What other drugs will affect amantadine?

Using amantadine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially: glaucoma medication; or
medicine that contains sodium bicarbonate (such as Alka-Seltzer).

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect amantadine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

See also:

Amantadine drug interactions (in more detail)

Further information

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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As a matter of interest, did Kate McCanns father and partner take Madeleine away from her parents and other two siblings?