Former London gangster turned actor and author, Dave Courtney, passes away at the age of 64
In his last Facebook update, Courtney was captured on camera observing Charlton Athletic's 4-0 defeat to Reading.
Dave Courtney, the former London gangster turned author, has passed away at the age of 64.
He was discovered at his residence on Chestnut Rise in Plumstead on Sunday, with the news of his death shared via a post on his Instagram account.
The post sadly confirmed that Courtney had taken his own life, stating, “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dave Courtney at the age of 64. Dave tragically took his own life in the early hours of Sunday 22nd October, with a firearm at his Camelot Castle home in Plumstead.”
In his last Facebook update, Courtney was seen watching Charlton Athletic’s 4-0 loss to Reading. The former criminal relished the “full works” experience at The Valley stadium, indulging in a three-course meal.
Though Courtney claimed association with the notorious Kray twins, he transitioned from a life of crime to become an author. He authored six books and featured in a film titled “Hell To Pay.”
The Metropolitan Police responded to an incident at Chestnut Rise around 11:25 am, where a 64-year-old man was found deceased. The family has been notified.
Formal identification is pending, and the death is presently considered unexpected and under investigation. No arrests have been made, according to the Met Police.
