Death of Dave Courtney: Notorious ex-gangster from London transitions into acting, passes away at 64

Dave Courtney, a former London gangster who later became an actor, has died at the age of 64. He was found dead at his home in Plumstead, and his death was announced on his Instagram account, stating that he had taken his own life. Courtney was known for his claims of being associated with the infamous Kray twins and was rumored to be the inspiration behind a character in the film "Lock, Stock, And Two Smoking Barrels." He had turned away from a life of crime and pursued a career as an author and actor, publishing several books and appearing in the film "Hell To Pay." The police are currently investigating his unexpected death, and no arrests have been made yet.