A father who was left fighting for his life after an alleged acid attack six weeks ago has died in hospital.
Danny Cahalane, 38, was left in a critical condition after reportedly being attacked in his home on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on February 21, where his young daughter was sleeping inside.
He was said to have been moved out of the city for his safety, but officers were informed on Sunday that Mr Cahalane had died on the day prior.
Last week, his ex-girlfriend, Paris Wilson, 34, was charged with a plan to kidnap and kill him. She has been accused of plotting alongside a crime gang to throw sulfuric acid in Mr Cahalane’s face.
Grieving the loss of ‘an outstanding father and son’, Mr Cahalane’s family have paid an emotional tribute.
Their statement reads: ‘As a family, we are struggling to come to terms with Danny’s passing.
‘Danny was an outstanding father and son. Danny and his mum had so much love for each other.
‘He is well loved by his family and friends and as a family we cherish his love and memories. We ask the family are please given privacy and respect during this time.’
Danny Cahalane (above) was left in a critical condition after reportedly being attacked in his home on Lipson Road, Plymouth, on February 21
Mr Calahane (left) was said to have been moved out of the city for his safety, but officers were informed yesterday that Mr Calahane had died on Saturday, May 3 (Pictured with his ex-girlfriend, Paris Wilson)
Wilson (above) was charged with a plan to kidnap and kill him – she has been accused of plotting alongside a crime gang to throw sulfuric acid in Mr Cahalane’s face
Mr Cahalane’s ex-girlfriend Wilson (above), of The Quay in Plymouth, had previously worked as a probation officer and taught male lags to read and write by volunteering at Dartmoor Prison
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Superintendent Ben Davies, said: ‘Our thoughts are with Danny’s family and friends at this sad time.
‘The investigation into the incident, which happened on Lipson Road in Plymouth, remains ongoing.
‘Nine people have previously been charged in connection to the incident.’
Mr Cahalane’s ex-girlfriend Wilson, of The Quay in Plymouth, had previously worked as a probation officer and taught male lags to read and write by volunteering at Dartmoor Prison.
She cried last week in the dock at Plymouth Magistrate’s Court when charged with conspiracy to murder and kidnap as well as participating in the criminal activity of an organised crime group.
