It’s been almost three decades since Princess Diana left for her heavenly abode. Her tragic death on August 31, 1997, still raises questions in the minds of many. New questions continue to exist about what really happened that fateful night in Paris.
Did Diana Predict Her Death? The Mishcon Letter Mystery
In 1995, two years before her death, Princess Diana met with her solicitor, Victor Mishcon. During that meeting, she spilled that “reliable sources” warned her about an attempt to “get rid of her.” It would either be through a car crash or other means. This note was written by Mishcon and was given to Scotland Yard in 1997. However, it was locked away for six years before being passed to French investigators.
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Michael Mansfield, the lawyer for Dodi Fayed’s father, Mohamed Al Fayed, described the letter as crucial evidence: “It’s equivalent to a premonition. If you were investigating, you’d want to share this immediately. Instead, it was hidden.”
The White Fiat Uno That Vanished
For years, there has been speculation surrounding the presence of a white Fiat Uno in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel where Diana’s black Mercedes crashed. Investigators found traces of white paint and broken red glass on the wreckage. Yet, the car responsible was never tracked. Police examined over 5,000 white Fiat Unos registered in Paris but made no arrests. That gave birth to theories that the driver was involved in more than just an accident.
Was Diana’s Driver, Henri Paul, Actually Drunk?
As per the official narrative, Henri Paul, the deputy security chief at the Ritz, was intoxicated while driving Diana and Dodi Fayed. French authorities stated his blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit. However, forensic experts have since challenged this claim.
Professor Atholl Johnston, a pharmacology expert, testified that one of Paul’s blood samples “likely didn’t belong to him” and that discrepancies in the test results cast doubt on the entire investigation. The fact that both samples were taken from different body parts, yet they showed identical alcohol levels, was enough to raise further suspicions.
Was Diana Pregnant and Engaged?
Shortly before his death, Dodi Fayed reportedly bought an engagement ring. Even his father, Mohamed Al Fayed, claimed earlier that Diana was pregnant. However, Operation Paget, the official inquiry, found no evidence in support of these claims.
Dr. Robert Chapman, who conducted Diana’s autopsy, found “no visible signs of pregnancy.” But, as per arguments from other medical experts, visual observation alone is unreliable for detecting a one-to-three-week pregnancy.
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Why Was Diana Without Personal Security?
After her divorce from King Charles, Diana rejected Royal Protection. That was out of the fear that they might spy on her. Instead, she relied on Dodi Fayed’s private security team. Today, many believe that decision cost her life.
On the night of her death, Diana’s car was driven by Henri Paul, who was not a professional chauffeur and was traveling at a staggering 121 mph (196 km/h). The only person in the vehicle wearing a seatbelt was Fayed’s bodyguard, Trevor Rees-Jones, who was the sole survivor.
Former Royal Protection Officer Ken Wharfe strongly criticized the lack of precautions: “Had she been with a Metropolitan Police officer, Diana would never have gotten into a car with a drunk driver. Common sense would not have allowed it.”
Could Diana Have Been Saved?
One of the most haunting questions surrounding her death has been if Princess Diana had a chance to survive. Reports say that French emergency responders found Diana alive but took over an hour to transport her to the hospital due to France’s medical protocol of stabilizing patients before moving them. Some experts believe that if she had been rushed to the hospital immediately, she might have lived.
Dr. Frederic Mailliez, the first responder at the scene, recalled: “She was almost unconscious but still breathing. She could not speak, but she was alive.”
Decades later, the tragic circumstances surrounding Princess Diana’s death still haunt people, with many being curious about these angles. Some believe it was a tragic accident. However, few others are very convinced that there’s more to the story than what’s visible right in front of the eyes!
