Suspect in Lisa Smith murder likely died after Thames fall following pub shooting on Valentine’s Day.
Police believe the man fell from a bridge. It’s the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. This bridge crosses the Thames at Dartford. It is about 17 miles from the pub. They found a car on the bridge. A handgun was inside the abandoned car.
Someone saw a man on the wrong side of the barrier. The police have investigated Lisa’s murder. Their investigation suggests the suspect died. He likely fell into the River Thames. They searched the river many times.
The Metropolitan Police helped with the search. The London Fire Brigade assisted too. The Coastguard also helped search. They have not found a body yet. The police investigation will continue.
They will prepare their findings and reports. This will aid the coroner. The victim was a beloved daughter and mother. Police send their thoughts to Lisa’s family. The pub landlady described the scene.
Customers were screaming and crying. They realized what had happened. About 30 people were eating dinner at the pub. Twenty more people were in the bar. This all occurred just after 7 PM.
Police say the suspect knew the victim. There was no prior police contact. This involved either the victim or the suspect.