An inquest opened on Wednesday into the death of Nicholas Brandram, a former Army captain and banker who was awaiting further investigation in connection with a 2017 incident in London. Brandram, 44, was found dead at his home in Chiswick, West London, last Tuesday by his brother-in-law after missing a scheduled family dinner.

Brandram had been arrested in June over an allegation that he pushed a woman into the path of a bus on Putney Bridge but consistently maintained his innocence. Authorities confirmed that the investigation into the incident was ongoing at the time of his death.

At West London coroner’s court, it was reported that police do not consider Brandram’s death suspicious, with no evidence of third-party involvement found. The Metropolitan Police have since referred the case to an independent police watchdog, and the inquest has been suspended pending the outcome of this external review.

Family members described the former army officer and single father’s death as the result of “immense pressure” stemming from the investigation. They emphasized that no concrete evidence had been presented linking Brandram to the alleged bus incident.

The ongoing inquiries underscore the complexities surrounding the case, highlighting the impact of prolonged investigations on individuals involved and their families. Further updates are expected following the completion of the independent review.