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Man’s Plan to Abduct and Kill Holly Willoughby Thwarted by US Police Officer

A man's disturbing plan to abduct and kill television presenter Holly Willoughby was foiled by a US police officer, a court has revealed. Gavin Plumb, a convicted violent offender, had shared graphic details of his plan online. Plumb, who was obsessed with Willoughby, had meticulously planned to kidnap her from her home, take her to his residence in Harlow, Essex, and then murder her in an abandoned building. The court heard how the undercover officer based in the US intervened to prevent the heinous crime from taking place.

What was Gavin Plumb's plan regarding Holly Willoughby?

Gavin Plumb planned to kidnap, rape, and murder Holly Willoughby.

How was Gavin Plumb's plan thwarted?

Gavin Plumb's plan was thwarted by an undercover police officer based in the US.

Where did Gavin Plumb plan to take Holly Willoughby?

Gavin Plumb planned to take Holly Willoughby to his residence in Harlow, Essex.