Police are contemplating enlisting the help of a retired judge in their probe into allegations that an actor was thrown to his death after a dispute involving Pete Doherty. Mark Blanco, aged 30, passed away at a drug-fueled gathering in 2006, and despite his mother’s persistent quest for justice, the case remains unresolved. An external police force is now reviewing the case to determine whether a comprehensive investigation should be launched. This development follows a Channel 4 documentary, “Pete Doherty, Who Killed My Son?,” which suggested that Mark’s demise was a result of foul play, as indicated by an FBI expert’s findings that he was thrown to his death.
During an inquest, it was revealed that Mark was ejected from a “crack den” following a confrontation with Doherty’s literary agent Paul Roundhill and his minder Johnny “Headlock” Jeannevol. Mark returned shortly after and tragically fell from a balcony to his death. Despite police inquiries, no charges have been brought forward. The authorities initially labeled the death of the Cambridge graduate as a suicide, a conclusion that was refuted by a coroner.
Sheila Blanco, Mark’s mother, recently met with Commander Umer Khan of the City of London Police as they deliberate over the Metropolitan Police’s decision to close the case. Sheila expressed her appreciation for the open-minded approach of the City of London Police compared to her interactions with the Met. The City of London Police is reviewing the materials provided by the Metropolitan Police and may engage a retired judge and other experts to assist in the examination.
Highlighting her dissatisfaction with the initial investigation, Sheila pointed out the apparent disregard for crucial evidence presented in the Channel 4 documentary. She emphasized the need for accountability regarding the circumstances surrounding Mark’s death. Various experts have supported the theory that Mark may have been unconscious when he fell, contradicting the suicide theory proposed by the authorities.
New analysis by neurobiology expert Professor Wassersug in 2011 and video forensics expert Mr. Kennedy suggested that Mark’s injuries and the lack of defensive movements captured on CCTV indicate that foul play may have been involved. FBI instructor Grant Frederick’s extensive analysis of CCTV footage pointed towards the possibility that Mark was pushed over the balcony.
The case took another turn when Doherty’s former minder, Jeannevol, initially confessed to pushing Mark off the balcony but later retracted the statement, attributing it to being under the influence of cocaine. Doherty denied any involvement in Mark’s death but admitted fleeing the scene to avoid legal issues related to drug possession.
Commander Umer Khan of the City of London Police confirmed that they are considering an independent review of the case at the request of the Metropolitan Police. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Scotland Yard indicated that a Victims’ Right to Review is underway concerning the investigation into Mark Blanco’s death, with further comments withheld until the review process is completed.