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Policing · HounslowMet Police Chief Defends Investigation After Suspect's Death
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has defended the force's investigation into Nicholas Brandram, a suspect in the 'Putney Pusher' case, who died at his Chiswick home. Brandram's family claims police pressure led to his suicide. An inquest into his death has been opened and suspended.
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Policing · WandsworthPutney Pusher suspect's sisters seek DNA results
The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, who was arrested on suspicion of being the 'Putney Pusher', are appealing to the Home Secretary for DNA test results they believe will clear his name. Mr Brandram was found dead at his home on September 15.
Wandsworth3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
Policing · HounslowPutney Pusher suspect's family accuse Met of lying after his death
The family of Nicholas Brandram, the suspect in the Putney Pusher case, have accused the Metropolitan Police of dishonesty and attempting to 'rewrite history' following his death. Brandram was found dead at his Chiswick home on 20 September 2026.
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Policing · WandsworthPutney Pusher suspect dies as Met Police investigation faces scrutiny
Nicholas Brandram, 44, who was arrested in connection with the 2017 "Putney Pusher" incident, has died. Police minister Sarah Jones stated the Metropolitan Police must explain its investigation's decision-making. Brandram's family claim the force's probe caused him immense pressure leading to his death.
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Sisters say Met Police 'negligent' in 'Putney pusher' probe
The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, the man suspected of being the 'Putney pusher', have accused the Metropolitan Police of negligence and recklessness. Brandram was arrested in June and released under investigation before his death on Tuesday.
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