Man Charged with Lewisham Pub Murder Appears at Old Bailey
A 42-year-old man faces murder charges over the death of a 63-year-old outside a Wetherspoons in Lewisham. Paul Tallant appeared via videolink from HMP Belmarsh at the Old Bailey today.
Victim Identified as Charlie Prodromou
Charlie Prodromou was found with life-threatening injuries after an assault on Lewisham High Street on March 1.
- Emergency services rushed to the scene at 8:40 PM
- Prodromou was in critical condition and taken to hospital
- He sadly died shortly afterwards
Court Case Set for October
Tallant, from Eltham, is charged with murder. At a brief hearing, prosecutor Gemma White confirmed a provisional trial date for October. The trial could last between five and seven days. Tallant is expected to enter a plea in May.
Met Police Confirm Arrest
“A man has appeared in court charged with murder following a fatal assault in Lewisham,” said a Metropolitan Police spokesperson.
“Police were called at 20:39 on March 1 after reports of an assault on Lewisham High Street. Officers, with paramedics, found a 63-year-old man with life-threatening injuries.”
“He was taken to hospital where he later died. His family have been informed. The victim is Charlie Prodromou.”
“It is believed the assault followed a disturbance at The Watch House pub.”
“A 42-year-old was arrested nearby on suspicion of murder and has been charged.”
Investigation Ongoing
Detectives continue to probe the incident. Anyone with info is urged to call police on 101, quoting reference 5412/1MAR, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
