Dave Courtney, who claimed to be an associate of the Kray twins, was found dead at his home.
BBC NewsMr Courtney, who claimed to be an associate of the notorious Kray twins, was found dead at his home on Chestnut Rise, Plumstead, in the early hours of Sunday.It said: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dave Courtney at the age of 64."
Mr Courtney was rumoured to be the inspiration behind Vinnie Jones's character in Guy Ritchie's gangster film Lock, Stock, And Two Smoking Barrels. He swapped his life of crime to become an author and actor, publishing six books, and starring in a film called Hell To Pay. In his final Facebook post, Mr Courtney could be seen watching Charlton Athletic lose 4-0 to Reading on Saturday.
The Met Police said officers attended an address on Chestnut Rise at about 11:25 BST following reports of a man found deceased.Formal identification has not taken place, and the death is being treated as unexpected and is under investigation, the Met said.
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