The family of Nicholas Brandram, the man suspected of being the “Putney pusher,” has come forward to defend his innocence. His sisters spoke with the BBC, expressing frustration over what they perceive as a lack of urgency from the police in clearing his name.

During an interview on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, Alexia Hicks and Sophie Voelcker, Brandram’s sisters, criticized the Metropolitan Police for what they described as “negligent and reckless” behavior throughout the investigation. They conveyed deep concern about the impact the police inquiry had on their brother’s wellbeing.

Tragically, Nicholas Brandram was found dead on Tuesday evening. His family believes his death was a result of him taking his own life, attributing this to the sustained pressure stemming from the ongoing police investigation.

In their discussion with presenter Justin Webb, the sisters revealed how Brandram’s mental health significantly declined following his arrest. They also questioned the police’s failure to conduct DNA tests that could have confirmed his innocence, underscoring their feeling that the investigation was mishandled

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