Euromillions Winner Who Saved Police Officer's Life Dies in Hit-and-Run Collision

Anthony Canty, a 39-year-old water supply worker from Maldon, died four days after being struck by a car while cycling in Essex, with an 18-year-old arrested in connection with the incident. Canty had won a £1 million Euromillions prize just days after performing CPR on a police officer who collapsed during the initial coronavirus lockdown.

The Collision and Investigation

The cyclist was struck by a black Ford Ka on Maldon Road in Tiptree at 06:30 on 21 May. The driver allegedly fled the scene, leaving Canty seriously injured. He was transported to hospital where he remained until his death four days later. The 18-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, driving while unfit through drink or drugs, and failing to stop at the scene. Essex Police confirmed the driver remains under investigation as officers continue gathering evidence, including CCTV and dashcam footage from the area.

A Life-Saving Good Deed Weeks Earlier

In April 2020, Canty demonstrated remarkable composure when a police officer collapsed from a heart attack while aboard a public bus. Canty administered CPR and remained engaged throughout the officer's recovery, maintaining contact with the officer's family, delivering fruit and flowers to hospital, and sustaining the relationship after discharge. The officer spent five days in intensive care following the incident.

The remarkable timing of events saw Canty win the Euromillions draw on 5 May 2020, just weeks after his heroic intervention. When claiming the prize alongside his partner Katie Sullivan, Canty publicly committed to continuing his employment despite his newfound wealth, demonstrating his dedication to his work and community.