In a revelation that has stunned both the boxing community and legal observers, detectives investigating the death of former world champion Ricky Hatton have confirmed the existence of a critical legal document that could change the entire direction of the case.
Authorities say that a sealed file recovered from Hatton’s solicitor’s office proves the athlete attempted to revoke his power of attorney for all financial and estate matters just days before his death. The move, according to insiders, was aimed at removing a woman who had long controlled his financial and personal affairs — a woman whose identity police have now confirmed but are withholding pending further investigation.
“It’s one of the most significant discoveries so far,” said a senior officer involved in the case. “The timing, the content, and the target of that revocation are all deeply suspicious.”
The confidential file, reportedly titled “Change of Representation – Urgent”, was found during a late-night search at the law offices that had managed Hatton’s estate for years. Inside was a draft letter of revocation, signed by Hatton but never formally filed. Investigators believe the document was prepared less than 72 hours before his death.
Sources close to the Hatton family revealed that the woman at the center of this development had exclusive access to Hatton’s financial accounts, including real estate holdings, sponsorship contracts, and private trust funds — effectively controlling his multimillion-pound fortune.
“He had begun questioning the management of his money,” one family source told The Guardian. “He felt something wasn’t right. That document shows he was finally ready to act — and then, suddenly, he was gone.”
Detectives are now examining whether Hatton’s decision to revoke the power of attorney may have directly influenced the events leading up to his death. Forensic analysts are cross-referencing the solicitor’s office files with electronic communication logs and CCTV footage to determine who last accessed the document.
Hatton’s family has expressed both relief and devastation at the discovery.
“It confirms what some of us feared — that Ricky knew he wasn’t in control anymore,” a relative said. “But it also raises terrifying questions about what happened next.”
Authorities have yet to publicly name the woman but describe her as “closely tied to Hatton’s personal life.” Legal experts suggest that if proven authentic, the document could serve as a critical piece of evidence in any future criminal proceedings.
As investigators continue their probe, the discovery adds another chilling layer to an already complex mystery — one that has shaken Britain’s sporting world and left fans asking
