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      Joey Barton denies ‘comparing Eni Aluko to Fred & Rose West in string of vile posts targeting female pundit’

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      JOEY Barton today denied targeting female pundit Eni Aluko in a string of vile posts.The former footballer is accused of comparing the ex-England star and fellow commentator Lucy Ward to Fred and Rose West.Joey Barton appeared at court todayHe is accused of directing a barrage of abuse at Eni AlukoCredit: GettyBarton, 41, appeared at Warrington Magistrates’ Court today charged with malicious communications between January 3 and 8.He spoke to confirm his identity and deny the charge during the brief hearing.Barton was bailed on the condition he does not make any mention of Eni Aluko on any social media.He will next appear at Liverpool Crown Court on August 27.Read more newsThe ex-Bristol manager previously slammed the charge on X, saying: “I’m up next month for ‘malicious communications’ charge at Warrington Mag for Eni Aluko tweets.”Crazy times we’re living in. Haven’t the Police got enough on their hands?”British system is becoming a Banana Republic. Lawfare used against its own citizens for having a dissenting voice.”Barton landed himself in hot water after launching into vile attacks against a string of female pundits in December.Most read in FootballThis included Eni and Lucy, who at the time were working as pundits for ITV on the FA Cup clash between Crystal Palace and Everton.Barton allegedly claimed Eni “can’t even kick a ball properly”, before adding: “Your coverage of the game EFC last night, took it to a new low. “Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward, the Fred and Rose West of football commentary.”Laura Woods branded a ‘queen’ as Eni Aluko spots what ITV presenter did five minutes before going live at Euros The former Man City star then accused Eni of being in the “Joseph Stalin category” for “murdering hundreds of thousands of fans’ ears”, it is said.Eni bravely revealed she was seeking legal action after the barrage left her “scared”.She added: “It’s really important to say that online abuse has a direct impact on your safety and how you feel and how safe you feel in real life. I’ve felt under threat this week. I’ve felt like something is going to happen to me.”And I don’t say that for anyone to feel sorry for me – I say that for people to understand the reality and the impact that hate speech has, the impact that racism has, the impact that sexism has, the impact that misogyny has on all of us females in the game, in sports broadcasting.“That’s the real impact – and it’s not an isolated incident, this is now showing up as a culture in the game, from certain fan bases and certain people. “They’re creating a culture where people don’t want to go to work, people don’t want to leave their house, people feel under threat. Obviously there’s a big impact on mental health as well.”Barton started his football career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system and went on to make 150 appearances for the club.He then moved to Newcastle United in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007 before leaving for Queens Park Rangers in August 2011.The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season before making his way to Burnley for one season – helping promote them to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESBarton made one appearance for England in 2007 – despite criticising some of his fellow players.The footballer later attempted a management career with stints at Fleetwood Town and Bristol Rovers.Barton also allegedly targeted Lucy WardCredit: GettyHe was bailed to next appear in court on August 27 More

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      Team GB footballer Gemma Wiseman took her own life aged 33 just days before Christmas, coroner rules

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      FORMER Team GB Olympic and England football player Gemma Wiseman took her own life, a coroner has ruled.The 33-year-old was part of the UK’s bronze medal-winning team at the 2016 World Deaf Football Championships in Italy.England football player Gemma Wiseman was found dead a week before ChristmasCredit: FacebookGemma Wiseman, left, and Laura Wiseman after winning bronze with Team GB in ItalyCredit: ArchantMrs Wiseman was found in woodland close to her home in Rackheath, near Norwich, by concerned friends who were looking for her on December 16 last year.She died at the scene, with her medical cause of death recorded as “constriction of neck structures”, Monday’s inquest in Norwich was told.Her wife, Laura Wiseman, said in a statement read by the coroner that they had “planned to go to Cornwall over Christmas”, adding: “I didn’t know what Gemma intended to do.”She said she had last seen her alive earlier that day.In a statement read to the inquest, friend Chloe Callaghan said that on December 14 Mrs Wiseman was “very quiet” and “wasn’t her usual self”.She said that in “all the years I had known Gemma”, who worked as a teaching assistant, “she had been very up and down with her mental health”.”She told me of previous dark thoughts and an attempted overdose,” said Ms Callaghan.She said Mrs Wiseman, whom she described as an “amazing mum and devoted wife”, had attempted to take her own life on December 15, the night before her death.Most read in FootballMrs Wiseman’s mother-in-law, Christine Wiseman, said in a statement read by the coroner: “To my knowledge Gemma has always suffered with her mental health since an interview she did in 2017.”She was asked about her dad, who passed away when she was five.”In a family statement, Mrs Wiseman was described as a “kindred spirit to all of us”.They said she was a “loving wife and mother – she always put other people first before herself”.”We have lots of happy memories we will treasure,” the family said.Norfolk area coroner Yvonne Blake concluded that Mrs Wiseman died by suicide.She said: “I’ve been told she was a former Team GB footballer – that’s an achievement, isn’t it?”She asked family members who attended court what position she played in, and was told she was a defender.The coroner said Mrs Wiseman was medicated for depression and anxiety, and a therapeutic level of an antidepressant was found in her blood.She said Mrs Wiseman had previously “taken overdoses”.”Her friends say her mood had dipped before her death for about a month… don’t know why but it suddenly dipped,” the coroner said.”She put it down to stresses of life, child, working.”She added that she was “very low in mood for at least a month or six weeks before she died”.She said Mrs Wiseman “seemed to have a bunch of good friends who were keen to help her and unfortunately found Gemma deceased in the woods”.After recording that Mrs Wiseman died by suicide, she told family members who attended court: “I’m very sorry – it’s such a horrible thing to have happened for all of you.”People feel so bad afterwards and tend to blame themselves.”The sad fact is if somebody is determined to do it they probably will, that’s my experience.”She added that Mrs Wiseman “obviously made an impact on people’s lives and they cared enough to say so”.She had won other medals with England and Team GB, including a bronze at the 2013 Deaflympics in Bulgaria.Gemma supported Norfolk FA’s first inclusive festival for girls and played for local clubs.In a 2021 interview with Norfolk FA, Gemma said her football idol was David Beckham.She revealed: “Girls who are not sure about playing football, you never know until you try and follow your heart.”It’s important to have the girls look up to as role models, so they can prove them wrong and be able to play the sport that they enjoy.”In 2016, footballing ace Gary Neville donated £20,000 to help the men’s and women’s deaf football teams get to the 2017 Deaflympics.The former Manchester United and England defender made the donation in response to a tweet from GB Women’s captain Claire Stancliffe.Wellwishers were distraught at Gemma’s death.One said: “Our thoughts are with you Laura and Allie.”Gemma always had such a wonderful smile and bubbly personality when we bumped in to you around Blofield.”READ MORE SUN STORIESAnother wrote: “We are so sorry to hear of your loss.”You, Allie and family are in our thoughts. Lots of love.”You’re Not AloneEVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicideIt doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:Gemma was found dead a week before ChristmasCredit: Facebook More

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      Joey Barton charged after ‘comparing Eni Aluko to Fred & Rose West’ – but he slams ‘Banana Republic’ legal system

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      JOEY Barton has been charged with malicious communications towards pundit Eni Aluko after sharing a string of alleged vile posts.The former footballer is accused of comparing the ex-England star and fellow commentator Lucy Ward to Fred and Rose West.Joey Barton has been charged after allegedly targeting female punditsCredit: AlamyHe directed a barrage of abuse to Eni Aluko, it was saidCredit: GettyBarton, 41, has now been charged with malicious communications and is set to appear at Warrington Magistrates’ Court tomorrow.The ex-Bristol manager slammed the development on X today, saying: “I’m up next month for ‘malicious communications’ charge at Warrington Mag for Eni Aluko tweets.”Crazy times we’re living in. Haven’t the Police got enough on their hands?”British system is becoming a Banana Republic. Lawfare used against its own citizens for having a dissenting voice.”Read more newsBarton landed himself in hot water after launching into vile attacks against a string of female pundits in December.This included Eni and Lucy, who at the time were working as pundits for ITV on the FA Cup clash between Crystal Palace and Everton.Barton allegedly claimed Eni “can’t even kick a ball properly”, before adding: “Your coverage of the game EFC last night, took it to a new low. “Eni Aluko and Lucy Ward, the Fred and Rose West of football commentary.”Most read in FootballThe former Man City star then accused Eni of being in the “Joseph Stalin category” for “murdering hundreds of thousands of fans’ ears”, it is said.Eni bravely revealed she was seeking legal action after the barrage left her “scared”.Laura Woods branded a ‘queen’ as Eni Aluko spots what ITV presenter did five minutes before going live at Euros She added: “It’s really important to say that online abuse has a direct impact on your safety and how you feel and how safe you feel in real life. I’ve felt under threat this week. I’ve felt like something is going to happen to me.”And I don’t say that for anyone to feel sorry for me – I say that for people to understand the reality and the impact that hate speech has, the impact that racism has, the impact that sexism has, the impact that misogyny has on all of us females in the game, in sports broadcasting.“That’s the real impact – and it’s not an isolated incident, this is now showing up as a culture in the game, from certain fan bases and certain people. “They’re creating a culture where people don’t want to go to work, people don’t want to leave their house, people feel under threat. Obviously there’s a big impact on mental health as well.”Barton started his football career with Manchester City in 2002 after going through their youth system and went on to make 150 appearances for the club.He then moved to Newcastle United in a £5.8million transfer in July 2007 before leaving for Queens Park Rangers in August 2011.The midfielder was then put on loan to French side Marseille during the 2012-13 season before making his way to Burnley for one season – helping promote them to the Premier League.READ MORE SUN STORIESBarton made one appearance for England in 2007 – despite criticising some of his fellow players.The footballer later attempted a management career with stints at Fleetwood Town and Bristol Rovers.Barton also allegedly targeted Lucy WardCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez found guilty of driving offence – just days after video sparked racism storm

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      CHELSEA star Enzo Fernandez has been convicted of a driving offence – just days after a video sparked a racism storm.The footballer was swept up in a scandal after a video showed him and his Argentina teammates singing a vile song about the French national team.Enzo Fernandez has been found guilty of a driving offenceCredit: GettyIt comes just days after a video he shared sparked a racism stormCredit: Instagram @enzojfernandezFernandez, 23, is now facing further misery after being found guilty of driving offences at Llanelli Magistrates’ Court.The Chelsea star failed to identify the driver of a Porsche that allegedly drove through a red light while uninsured.Fernandez was found guilty in his absence and will be sentenced at the same court on September 11 where he faces a driving ban.Charges of driving through the red light and driving without insurance on November 28 were withdrawn.Read more on the scandalIt comes as Fernandez faces a 12 match ban as Chelsea continues an investigating into the midfielder.A livestream sparked outrage after it featured a chant that dates back to the 2022 World Cup, when Argentina beat France in the final on penalties.Fernandez filmed himself and his teammates singing the chant in the changing room after their Copa America final victory over Colombia.He later apologised for any offence he caused, saying: “I want to apologise sincerely for a video posted on my Instagram channel during the national team celebrations.Most read in Football”The song includes highly offensive language and there is absolutely no excuse for these words.”I stand against discrimination in all forms and apologise for getting caught up in the euphoria of our Copa America celebrations.Watch Argentina World Cup winner and £107m Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez play hurling on holiday in Ireland “That video, that moment, those words, do not reflect my beliefs or my character. I am truly sorry.”Fifa and Conmebol are also looking into the video, which was slammed by Fernandez’ Chelsea teammate Wesley Fofana, who branded it “uninhibited racism”.Chelsea also condemned the chant, saying: “Chelsea Football Club finds all forms of discriminatory behaviour completely unacceptable.”We are proud to be a diverse, inclusive club where people from all cultures, communities and identities feel welcome.”We acknowledge and appreciate our player’s public apology and will use this as an opportunity to educate.”The Club has instigated an internal disciplinary procedure.”Fernandez filmed himself and his Argentina teammates singing the chant after their Copa America final victory over ColombiaCredit: Getty More

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      Former Premier League star is jailed for raping two women in horrific sex attacks including one in back seat of his car

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      A FORMER Premier League star has been jailed for 16 years after raping two women in separate sex attacks.Nathan Ashton, who played for Fulham and Charlton, attacked the first victim after driving her to remote countryside.Nathan Ashton attacked two women across an eight year periodCredit: Getty Images – GettyThe sex fiend has been locked up for 16 yearsCredit: Hyde News & PicturesThe 37-year-old ordered her into the back seat where he raped her before telling the woman: “You’ll live”.Ashton then targeted his second victim eight years later while she slept in a friend’s bed.The former footballer has now been jailed for 16 years after being convicted of the two rapes.In powerful victim impact statements, one of Ashton’s victims told how she will never be free from the “impact” of the attack.Read more newsShe added: “Because of what he chose to do to me, I have feared men ever since – and always will.”The feelings I hold for him are disgust and hatred. I think he is a vile human being.”The second woman told how she now suffers from panic attacks as she revealed the “far-reaching and devastating impact” on her life.Reading Crown Court was told the first attack took place in 2015 when Ashton drove his victim out of the city centre in to the countryside.Most read in FootballThe following day, the woman went to a sexual health clinic and told a worker what had happened.She waited five years before bravely coming forward to police as she feared no one would believe her.The second attack unfolded in February last year when the victim woke to find former England youth player Ashton on top of her.She begged the fiend to stop repeatedly but he carried on the horrific attack.Sentencing, Judge Mathew Turner said: “You used your physical strength to do what you wanted, with no empathy or compassion for your victims.”You are manipulative and focused on yourself and your own sexual satisfaction.”Ashton began his footballing career at Charlton Athletic’s youth team in 2005 before being signed for Fulham two years later.He played on the wing for the Premier League club before moving to Crystal Palace on loan for a season.In 2008, Ashton joined Wycombe Wanderers but left shortly after for a stint at AFC Wimbledon.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe hung up his boots in 2014 after a season at Isthmian League Division One North club Tilbury.In 2016, Ashton was jailed for 15 years over his role in armed robberies at bookies across the South East. More

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      Kyle Walker in court showdown with ex-Lauryn Goodman just days after Three Lions heartbreak

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      KYLE Walker has arrived for a court showdown with ex Lauryn Goodman just days after England’s Euro heartache.The Man City defender, 34, shares two children with the 33-year-old, including little Kairo, four.Kyle Walker has arrived at court where he is set to face Lauryn GoodmanCredit: jason shillingfordThe reality star hid her face as she walked into court earlierCredit: SplashThe pair are set to go head-to-head in a legal battleCredit: GettyGoodman shares two children with the Man City starCredit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91Walker also fathered an eight-month-old daughter – whose name has not been revealed – with Lauryn, despite being married to Annie Kilner.He is set to go head-to-head with the reality star in a bitter High Court battle.Walker was seen at arriving at the court this morning – just days after the Three Lions lost 2-1 to Spain in the Euros final.Walker flew home with the rest of the Three Lions squad yesterday following the crushing defeat.But he was forced to remain in London last night ahead of today’s fight with his ex.Lauryn had shared Kairo’s heartbreaking reaction to England’s loss – revealing the youngster was desperate to call his dad.He could be heard saying he “didn’t like this” as the mum told him that England had lost.Kairo responded: “I don’t want them to win, I don’t want Spain to have won. That’s not kind… can’t I call my dad?” Most read in FootballCelebs Go Dating star Lauryn then responded: “Oh bub” and captioned the video: “Little man is gutted.”Lauryn had earlier jetted out to Germany earlier in the tournament with the youngster to watch the action live.England’s Wags unite in support of Annie KilnerHis devastated wife, Annie, 31, was also in the stadium with their three boys.Lauryn later insisted: “There was no way I wasn’t going to take Kairo to the Euros.”This could have been his last chance so I wanted it to be something that Kairo could remember forever.”We are not here to please other people. It’s about Kairo and what is best for him and what is going to make him happy.”I won’t be scapegoated or bullied and made to feel like a villain.”And she insisted she had not even given a chance meeting with Annie a second thought.She added: “I wasn’t fearful at all that I was going to bump into her.”It doesn’t cross my mind, I don’t give it a thought at all.”I couldn’t care less. I just get on with things.”I was there for Kairo, no one else, and if anyone has an issue with it, that’s their problem, not mine.”The wags rallied around Annie who is said to be increasingly concerned at the lengths Lauryn is willing to go.In stark contrast to Lauryn, Annie has kept a dignified silence since Kyle’s latest betrayal was revealed at the start of the year.She discovered he had fathered a second child after Lauryn contacted her over Christmas.Kyle was kicked out of the family home and has tried to repair the damage ever since.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn an exclusive interview with The Sun, Kyle spoke of his sorrow and described Annie as his “soulmate”.But Annie remains determined not to get into a public war of words with Lauryn and wants to focus on her family, a source said.Kyle looked smart in a dark suit and tieCredit: jason shillingfordThe court case comes days after the Three Lions Euros heartbreakCredit: AlamyLauryn and Kyle dated briefly in 2019Credit: GettyHe then got back together with ex Annie Kilner More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Patrice Evra given suspended jail sentence after he is found guilty of abandoning wife and kids

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      EX-MAN United star Patrice Evra has been handed a suspended jail sentence after being found guilty of abandoning his family.The former France captain, 43, has been ordered to pay his wife €4,000 for moral damages and a further €2,000 in legal costs.Ex-Man United ace Patrice Evra has been given a suspended jail sentenceCredit: Action Images – ReutersThe French footballer was found guilty of abandoning his wife and kidsCredit: The SunThe 43-year-old was also ordered to pay his wife Sandra 4,000 euros for moral damagesCredit: GettyEvra was handed the suspended prison sentence for failing to pay close to £1million in alimony to his ex-wife.Judges in the Paris suburb of Nanterre ruled that Evra, 43, had effectively “abandoned” Sandra Evra, 42, and their children – a boy who is now 19 and a girl, aged 10 – between May 1, 2021, and September 28, 2023.Lawyers for the footballer immediately appealed Tuesday’s verdict, which followed years of litigation.Evra, a multimillionaire following a hugely successful playing career, was alleged to owe his ex-wife a total of €969,000 (£814,000) in unpaid alimony.Read more on Man Utd”The sentence was 12 months in prison, suspended for two years,” a prosecuting source at the Hauts-de-Seine Correctional Court said on Friday.”Mr Evra’s legal team immediately appealed.”Evra was also ordered to pay his ex-wife €4,000 (£3,360) for moral damages and €2,000 (£1,700) in legal costs.Nathalie Dubois, Ms Evra’s barrister, said: “I hope that, thanks to this decision, Patrice Evra will finally understand that he is not above the law and that we cannot abandon our wife and children overnight.Most read in Football”Even more so when they met at the age of 15 and she followed him all over the world to support his football career.”Jérôme Boursican, for Mr Evra, insisted to Le Parisien that “the facts are disputed” by his client.Man Utd legends Patrice Evra and Park Ji-sung reunite… but at the ground of Premier League rivalsThe footballer married his wife Sandra in 2007 and had two children togetherCredit: The SunMr Boursican said: “Mr. Patrice Evra appealed, knowing that he provided his wife with an apartment, a house with a swimming pool in the south of France and that he lent her almost two million euros for her daily life. “A sum that she refuses to return, and this is the reason for this trial.”The Evras married in 2007, but divorce proceedings were instigated around 2020, when the former Manchester United, Juventus, and Marseille defender was pictured kissing Danish model Margaux Alexandra.Since then, Mr Evra and Margaux Alexandra have had two children of their own together, and are believed to be living in Dubai.Last year, the ex-Red Devils captain was fined €1000 (£890) and ordered to pay €2000 (£1780) compensation to two anti-hate campaign groups for posting homophobic abuse.Stop Homophobia and Mousse complained in March 2019 when Evra posted a video of himself on social networks following a game between United and Paris St Germain.”Paris, you are queers, you are queers” said Evra, causing outrage across France and beyond following the Champions League game.Alleging that his old club was more macho than PSG, Evra added: “Here, it’s the men who talk.”Evra was born in Dakar, the capital of Senegal, and then moved to Paris as a young child.In 2020, Sandra Evra spoke publicly about the affair that finally led to divorce after 25 years together.She said their “lifelong love story turned into a nightmare” and the man she once adored has turned into a “bullying rat”.She said: “We had a wonderful family Christmas, an amazing holiday in the Maldives together and at New Year we kissed and cuddled together after spending a night as a family with our son and daughter.”Two days later he left our home in Paris to go to work in London saying he would be back two weeks later. And I have never spoken to him since. He has tried to cut me out of my life.”I saw photographs of him with another woman in London and then I got a call from my solicitor telling me that he wanted to divorce me.”It was the worst day of my life. I was in shock, devastated, distraught.”The couple were just 15-years-old when they met at school in Les Ulis – the Paris suburb that has produced numerous Premiership stars – and Sandra describes the moment as “love at first sight”.Sandra Evra decided to speak out after Mr Evra gave an interview in August 2020, saying that they only met at “family moments” and were no longer “sharing the same roof’.Patrice Evra’s football journey began in France after moving from Senegal as a youth. He rose through the ranks, making a notable impact at AS Monaco before his pivotal move to Manchester United in 2006. He made 379 appearances for Man Utd before leaving to join Juventus in 2014.READ MORE SUN STORIESDuring his time at Old Trafford he won five Premier League titles, three League Cups and a Champions League title.Internationally, Evra earned 81 caps for France, featuring in multiple World Cups and European Championships. Evra is the former captain of the French national teamCredit: Getty More

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      Bombshell details of ‘Schumacher blackmail plot’ emerge including chilling ‘phone threat to REVEAL star’s condition’

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      BOMBSHELL details have been revealed in the chilling case of Michael Schumacher’s £12million blackmail plot. Two men have been accused of threatening the Ferrari legend’s family and conspiring to reveal the star’s health condition on the dark web.Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher’s blackmail plot has been revealedCredit: AlamyMarkus F, the former security guard for the Schumacher family, allegedly planned the blackmail plotCredit: FacebookHe hired bouncer Yilmaz T to extort £12million from Schumachar’s family, it is claimedMichael Schumacher suffered a ‘life-changing’ crash while skiing 10 years agoCredit: AFPOne of them is said to have worked for Schumacher’s family as a security guard for almost five years. The man – who can only be named as Markus F due to German law – allegedly stole two hard drives of medical data said to contain the health records of the motorsport legend.Schumacher, who hasn’t been seen or heard from for over a decade after a horror ski crash, has been looked after by his close-knit family since the accident.The seven-time world champion’s family have kept his health a guarded secret for years.more on the f1 legend Markus, along with co-accused Yilmaz T who he allegedly hired in return for a small commission, is accused of trying to extort £12million from Schumacher’s wife Corinna by threatening to dump all the data in the public domain.The former security guard allegedly stole around 1,500 files, including photos, videos, medication lists and the contents of Schumacher’s patient file, BILD reports. Some of the files were even sent to his family as proof. On June 3, Yilmaz T, who worked as a bouncer, called Schumacher’s office in Switzerland using a private number, it is claimed.Most read in MotorsportHe revealed he had two hard drives filled with the sporting legend’s medical records and threatened to leak them on the dark net, it is alleged.On the morning of June 5, Yilmaz T allegedly revealed he received the data from a third-party source. He was then given an email address to send some of the files to check their authenticity, it is claimed.The bouncer then allegedly involved his son Daniel L., who helped his father set up an anonymous email address to send the files.At around 2pm on the same day, Schumacher’s office is said to have received an email from the private address containing genuine files and pictures about Schumachar’s medical records.On June 17, Yilmaz allegedly called Schumachar’s office again and demanded £12million for the first time in exchange for the two hard drives that contained all the secret medical records.He demanded half the money in exchange for the first hard drive and said he would take the rest after three days and hand over the second hard drive, it is claimed.Michael Schumacher and his wife Corinna before his accident in 2013Credit: AlamySoon, Schumacher’s family contacted the Swiss authorities to file a report about the alleged blackmail plot, with Swiss police then working alongside German cops to investigate the case.On July 4, officers arrested Markus – accused of being the main perpetrator – in his apartment in Wülfrath. They also detained Yilmaz and his son Daniel L. for the alleged blackmail plot. Authorities said they were able to track down the alleged extortionists through “technical measures”.Senior public prosecutor Wolf-Tilman Baumert, spokesman for the Wuppertal public prosecutor’s office, said: “After the advanced investigations, we currently assume that the accused son may have acted more as an accomplice.”The Schumacher family have been tormented over Michael’s health in the past.In 2016, a 25-year-old man known as Hüseyin B sent a threatening email to Corinna targeting the couple’s children.The mum-of-two quickly passed on the email to the police who swiftly tracked down the painter.After being arrested, the thug was sent to court where a judge sentenced him to a year and nine months behind bars.The perpetrator was reportedly caught after he told Corinna to send him the money to his personal bank account – something the police easily traced back.In May, the Schumacher family were awarded £170,000 in compensation after a magazine published a fake AI-generated interview with the racing legend.READ MORE SUN STORIESGerman publication Die Aktuelle claimed to have secured a “world exclusive” with the severely injured Ferrari great last April despite Michael not being seen publicly since his 2013 skiing accident.In a two-page spread, promoted with a picture of Schumacher, it claimed the seven-time F1 champ had said: “My life has totally changed.”What happened to Michael Schumacher?MICHAEL Schumacher’s life was hanging by a thread 10 years ago as medics tried desperately to keep him alive after a tragic skiing crash that left him with horrific brain injuries.The F1 legend was given the best possible treatment as he was put into a medically induced coma, had his body temperature lowered and underwent hours of tricky operations on his brain.Back in 2013, the retired seven-time world champion and his then 14-year-old son set off on the Combe de Saulire ski run in the exclusive French resort of Meribel.Footage from his helmet camera revealed he was not travelling at excessive speed when his skis struck a rock hidden beneath the snow.He catapulted forward 11.5ft and crashed into a boulder head first that split his helmet into two and left him needing to be airlifted to hospital for two life-saving operations.At one point his family were told to brace themselves for the worst case scenario as the situation was much worse than originally believed.At the time, medics said Schumacher was likely to stay in an induced coma for at least 48 hours as his body and mind recovered.But the coma ended up lasting 250 days – more than eight months.After he woke up in June 2014, he was discharged from the hospital and sent to his home in Lake Geneva to get further treatment.Since then his wife Corinna and his inner circle of friends have expertly avoided almost anything leaking out about his health status.Only small amounts of information have been released including reports that Schumacher was in a wheelchair but can react to things around him.In 2019, it was said that Schumacher was set to undergo breakthrough stem cell therapy in a bid to regenerate and rebuild his nervous system.Renowned France cardiologist Dr Philippe Menasche, who had operated on him previously, was set to carry out the treatment that would see cells from his heart go to his brain.Following the treatment at the Georges Pompidou Hospital in Paris, he was said to be “conscious”, although few other details were given about his state.Schumacher is a seven-time world champion and a Ferrari legendCorinna has been taking care of Schumacher ever since the horrific crash More