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Hero Lottery Winner Dies in Suspected Hit-and-Run
6 Jun
Summary
- Lottery winner Anthony Canty died after being hit by a car.
- Canty previously saved a police officer's life with CPR.
- An 18-year-old driver was arrested and released under investigation.
Tragic circumstances have befallen Anthony Canty, a man celebrated for his heroic actions and lottery winnings. Just days after administering CPR to a collapsing police officer in April 2020, Canty scooped a £1 million Euromillions prize.
However, the 39-year-old from Maldon, Essex, died in hospital on May 25, 2026, four days after being knocked off his bicycle. The incident occurred in Tiptree on May 21, 2026, at approximately 06:30 BST.
Authorities arrested an 18-year-old driver of a Ford KA on suspicion of dangerous driving, driving under the influence, and failing to stop. This driver has since been released under investigation, with police appealing for witnesses and any available CCTV or dash cam footage.
Canty, who worked in water supply, had vowed to continue his job after his significant lottery win with his partner, Katie Sullivan. The couple had celebrated their windfall with champagne, highlighting Canty's unassuming nature despite his life-saving act and newfound wealth.
