The millionaire suspect linked to the infamous Putney Pusher cold case has been found dead in his London home. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the unidentified 44-year-old was discovered unresponsive in his Chiswick residence on Tuesday, 15 September. His next of kin have been notified, and the death is currently being treated as unexpected, with no indication of foul play.
The man had been under investigation for the 2017 incident in which a woman was pushed onto Putney Bridge, narrowly avoiding being hit by a bus. Last week, detectives stated he was released while "outstanding enquiries were being completed." In June, he was arrested at his west London home on suspicion of attempted grievous bodily harm and released on bail. However, he was re-arrested the following day for possession of Class A and Class B drugs.
The Putney Pusher case dates back to May 2017, when a woman was pushed in front of a bus on Putney Bridge. The driver, Oliver Salbris, managed to swerve and avoid hitting her, but the incident was captured on CCTV, sparking a long investigation. The suspect, who reportedly had connections to several European royal families and worked as a director at a private bank, was once a member of the British Army. Despite two arrests and questioning 50 suspects, police were ultimately forced to close the case due to a lack of conclusive evidence.
Oliver Salbris, who was hailed as a hero for his quick reflexes, told the Sunday Times in 2017 that he believed he would have hit the woman had he not swerved. He described the moment as a matter of instinct, emphasizing the potentially devastating consequences of his actions. The case remains a notable example of a high-profile incident that, despite extensive efforts, was never resolved.
Millionaire Suspect in Putney Pusher Case Found Dead in London
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