A shopping centre security officer, Gavin Plumb, is set to stand trial in Chelmsford Crown...

Published: 8:53 am June 24, 2024
Updated: 11:57 am October 8, 2025
Security Officer to Stand Trial for Alleged Plot to Kidnap and Murder Holly Willoughby

A shopping centre security officer, Gavin Plumb, is set to stand trial in Chelmsford Crown Court, accused of a chilling plot to kidnap and murder TV presenter Holly Willoughby. Plumb faces charges of soliciting murder and incitement to commit kidnap.

The 37-year-old allegedly conspired online with another man, David Nelson, who was to travel from the US to the UK. Together, they created a “detailed plan” for the alleged offences, including assembling a “kidnap and restraint kit.”

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