Attempted attack on McCartney

[Antonius]

http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,21485820-663,00.html

Beatle maniac repelled

Paul Kent
April 02, 2007 12:00am

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A CRAZED fan broke through security at Sir Paul McCartney's home, recalling attacks that saw Beatles John Lennon murdered and George Harrison stabbed.
When security finally got close to the man he kept screaming, "I must get to him." McCartney's guards feared an assassination attempt was taking place when a speeding car crashed through security on Friday.
He then had his path blocked after the guards activated a security gate, before turning his car and tearing across McCartney's fields and gardens.
He was finally stopped by trees and a fence just metres from McCartney's home.
The terrifying attack brought back fears of attacks similar to those on other former members of the Fab Four.
Lennon was murdered in 1980 when crazed fan Mark Chapman shot him outside his flat near New York's Central Park.
Seven years ago Harrison was forced to fight off an intruder who managed to stab him in the chest after he had broken into his home.
McCartney beefed up his security after both attacks.
That the attacks happened at his family home where he and late wife Linda raised their children had added to fears.
"This was the most frightening incident they have ever had at Peasmarsh," an insider said.
"Everyone was terrified that the guy could turn nasty.
"No one knew if he was armed or whether he wanted to attack someone.
"They were worried that this madman could come face to face with Paul."
McCartney was expected to be home at the time of the attack but had stayed later than thought to finish lunch with friends at a nearby pub.
After being halted by the trees and fence, the man turned his car around and sped away from the McCartney farm as police arrived.
They chased him through country lanes and eventually arrested him after he gave himself up in a neighbouring village.
"He was initially arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and failing to stop when challenged by police," a Sussex police spokesman said.
"He was later detained under the Mental Health Act and is not facing charges."
A string of strange fans have been camping outside McCartney's houses in recent months, while two weeks ago Sussex police investigated a man who spent four days trying to follow him in a blacked-out Volvo.



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Pretty disappointing to hear - there's still plenty of freaks out there who target the Beatles.

Anyone know if McCartney is releasing an album within the next year or two?

 

[materamagic]

http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,21485820-663,00.html

Beatle maniac repelled

Paul Kent
April 02, 2007 12:00am

Article from:
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A CRAZED fan broke through security at Sir Paul McCartney's home, recalling attacks that saw Beatles John Lennon murdered and George Harrison stabbed.
When security finally got close to the man he kept screaming, "I must get to him." McCartney's guards feared an assassination attempt was taking place when a speeding car crashed through security on Friday.
He then had his path blocked after the guards activated a security gate, before turning his car and tearing across McCartney's fields and gardens.
He was finally stopped by trees and a fence just metres from McCartney's home.
The terrifying attack brought back fears of attacks similar to those on other former members of the Fab Four.
Lennon was murdered in 1980 when crazed fan Mark Chapman shot him outside his flat near New York's Central Park.
Seven years ago Harrison was forced to fight off an intruder who managed to stab him in the chest after he had broken into his home.
McCartney beefed up his security after both attacks.
That the attacks happened at his family home where he and late wife Linda raised their children had added to fears.
"This was the most frightening incident they have ever had at Peasmarsh," an insider said.
"Everyone was terrified that the guy could turn nasty.
"No one knew if he was armed or whether he wanted to attack someone.
"They were worried that this madman could come face to face with Paul."
McCartney was expected to be home at the time of the attack but had stayed later than thought to finish lunch with friends at a nearby pub.
After being halted by the trees and fence, the man turned his car around and sped away from the McCartney farm as police arrived.
They chased him through country lanes and eventually arrested him after he gave himself up in a neighbouring village.
"He was initially arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and failing to stop when challenged by police," a Sussex police spokesman said.
"He was later detained under the Mental Health Act and is not facing charges."
A string of strange fans have been camping outside McCartney's houses in recent months, while two weeks ago Sussex police investigated a man who spent four days trying to follow him in a blacked-out Volvo.



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Pretty disappointing to hear - there's still plenty of freaks out there who target the Beatles.

Anyone know if McCartney is releasing an album within the next year or two?

People are strange.

About the music, Macca has signed with Starbucks and will be bringing out an album this year. That is all that is known at this stage. The record label Capital had been doing squat for his new music, a change in direction will be the best thing for Macca, who's last few records have been excellent. He may be performing in the upcoming Earth benefit concert

 

[Antonius]

I assume Starbucks release lots of ambient/easy listening style music (going by what they play in their coffee shops)? You'd obviously like to see a harder rock record from McCartney, but it ain't gonna happen.

 

[materamagic]

I assume Starbucks release lots of ambient/easy listening style music (going by what they play in their coffee shops)? You'd obviously like to see a harder rock record from McCartney, but it ain't gonna happen.

He can still rock going by live performances but the songs recently in the studio have been crafted rock/pop with introspective lyrics, perhaps reflecting recent events in his life. He seems to care more about his songs and recording because in the 80's and even late 70's there were 2 or 3 weak efforts that prevented some albums being classics. These days he is working with Nigel Goodrich and Dave Kahne. Driving Rain had some rockers in 2001. A rock album recorded with his touring band would be fantastic. They are great players

 

[lioness]

That's terrible at least the freak didn't get far.

I'd like to hear a Flaming Pie style album from Sir Paul.