Police are contemplating enlisting the help of a retired judge to assist in the investigation of allegations that an actor was thrown to his death following a dispute with Pete Doherty.
Mark Blanco, aged 30, passed away during a drug-infused gathering in 2006, and the circumstances surrounding his death have remained unresolved despite his mother’s persistent pursuit of justice. A separate police force is now reviewing the case to determine whether a comprehensive reexamination is warranted. This development comes after a Channel 4 documentary, “Pete Doherty, Who Killed My Son?,” suggested that Mark met with foul play based on findings by an FBI expert indicating that he was pushed to his demise.
During an inquest, it was revealed that Mark had been ejected from the venue during an altercation with Doherty’s literary agent, Paul Roundhill, and his minder, Johnny “Headlock” Jeannevol. Mark reappeared shortly after being expelled and tragically fell to his death from a balcony.
Despite initial investigations by the police, no charges have been filed. Law enforcement officials initially speculated that the death of the Cambridge graduate was a suicide, a theory dismissed by the coroner.
Sheila Blanco, Mark’s grieving mother, met with Commander Umer Khan of the City of London Police to discuss the potential review of the case, following the Metropolitan Police’s decision to shelve it.
Expressing her sentiments to the Mirror, Sheila stated, “I found the City of London Police to be more receptive and transparent compared to my interactions with the Met. They will be examining the evidence provided by the Met, although the specifics are yet to be disclosed. Commander Khan is considering involving a retired judge and other experts in the review process.”
Sheila criticized the police for their handling of her son’s case, highlighting the dismissal of critical evidence presented in the aforementioned documentary. She emphasized the need to determine the truth behind Mark’s death, echoing the coroner’s call for a thorough investigation back in 2007.
Studies conducted by prominent experts, including Professor Richard Wassersug and John Kennedy, have cast doubt on the notion that Mark intentionally jumped to his death. Forensic analyses and video evidence have suggested foul play, indicating that Mark was possibly pushed over the balcony.
The City of London Police confirmed that they are conducting an independent victims’ rights review at the request of the Metropolitan Police regarding Mark Blanco’s death. Further developments are pending as they await additional information before finalizing the review.
Scotland Yard released a statement acknowledging the ongoing Victims’ Right to Review in connection with the investigation into Mark Blanco’s death. They have refrained from commenting further on the matter while the review is underway, committing to keep the requester updated on the progress and outcome.