The family of Nicholas Brandram has publicly criticized the Metropolitan Police, characterizing the force's handling of the investigation into the 'Putney pusher' case as both negligent and reckless. Brandram, who was a person of interest in the high-profile case involving an incident on Putney Bridge, died by suicide. His relatives maintain that he was entirely innocent of the allegations and suggest that the intense scrutiny and pressure from the investigation contributed to his mental decline.

According to the family, the police investigation placed an unsustainable burden on Brandram, ultimately leading him to take his own life. The family’s statement serves as a direct challenge to the official conduct of the Metropolitan Police during the period they were actively pursuing leads related to the incident. While the police have not yet issued a detailed rebuttal to these specific claims of negligence, the family's account highlights the human impact of criminal investigations on individuals who are never formally charged. The case remains a point of contention regarding how law enforcement manages public pressure and the treatment of suspects during active inquiries.