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Met was negligent and reckless, sisters of 'Putney pusher' suspect tell BBC

Met was negligent and reckless, sisters of 'Putney pusher' suspect tell BBC

Summary

The sisters of Nicholas Brandram, who was suspected of pushing a woman into traffic in a 2017 London incident, say the police acted carelessly and harmed his mental health. Brandram was arrested in 2026 but maintained his innocence and later died unexpectedly at home while under investigation.

Key Facts

  • Nicholas Brandram was suspected of pushing a woman into a bus’s path during a run on Putney Bridge in 2017.
  • He was arrested in June 2026 on suspicion of attempted serious bodily harm but later released under investigation.
  • His sisters say Brandram was innocent and that police handling of the case caused him severe mental stress.
  • Brandram’s mental health declined due to the investigation and public accusations.
  • He was found dead at home; his death is considered unexpected but not suspicious.
  • The victim described the attacker with brown eyes, while Brandram had blue eyes and a noticeable military tattoo.
  • Brandram had a withered leg from army injuries and lived far from the incident area, with evidence suggesting he was at work during the attack.
  • The Metropolitan Police said they recognized the strain of investigations and referred the case to a police watchdog.
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