Who is the so-called "Ian Thomas Appleby?"
- Ballybannon Uncovered
- Mar 1
- 2 min read
In a tale woven with mystery and intrigue, we delve deep into the life of Ian Thomas Appleby, a man marked by his enigmatic origins! Born around 1977, Ian’s story begins with the captivating mother's maiden name 'Ullah,' a name steeped in rich cultural heritage, typically associated with a proud lineage from South Asia.
The Ullah name resonates with history, signifying strength and resilience, often reflecting familial ties to traditional Muslim values and the deep-seated narratives those hold.
As we traverse the pathways of his life, we find that by 2024, Ian had reached the age of 47 according to newspapers—an age where wisdom typically flourishes. But wait! This isn’t the case for Ian Thomas Appleby! While the calendar turns and he inches towards 48 in 2025, he seems to defy maturity, exhibiting traits that surprise all around him. A puzzling blend of charisma and narcissism, Ian navigates life as if the burdens of adulthood are but mere shadows, leaving observers to wonder if adolescence truly ever ended for him.
According to a witness account, a seemingly innocent question put fowards to Elizabeth Howe and Ian Thomas Appleby: “Where did you two meet?” With a playful smirk, Elizabeth shot back, “I arrested him!”
Gasps rippled through the room, but their amusements were topped by the witness’s incredulous follow-up: “What for?” Without missing a beat, Ian chimed in with a cheeky grin, “Drug dealing.”
The weight of their past lingered in the air—was it all just a joke, or was there a serious chapter behind their unconventional love story? One thing was clear: their chemistry was anything but ordinary!
Did he at least leave a five-star review for his stay at Her Majesty’s Hotel?



Good to see these self centred fools being held to account!
Now try looking for a death certificate for Ian Thomas Appleby. Clue, probably pre-1995 though could be a little later. And ask yourself why someone trying to big themselves up with a group of shady individuals would come up with this fairy tale.
"charisma"??? You can't be serious.
Interestingly, FreeBMD says that his birth was registered with three surnames - Appleby, Hewes and Soper. If anybody is feeling flush, you can order the birth certificate from gro.gov.uk which might explain why this is ... By the way, this is public information.