by Jyotsna Bucktowar | Jun 4, 2026
The strategy expands its focus beyond traditional economic crime prioritising earlier prosecutorial involvement, stronger asset recovery, enhanced collaboration with domestic and international partners, and greater use of technology and AI to disrupt criminal...
by Jyotsna Bucktowar | Jan 22, 2026
Qian transferred a total of 67.7 Bitcoin to wallets controlled by Ling in February 2024 and then a further 16 Bitcoin were transferred to him in April 2024. After receiving the cryptocurrency, he then converted these into other cryptocurrencies, including Tether, the...
by Jyotsna Bucktowar | Jun 20, 2025
The scam defrauded hundreds of victims out of nearly £70 million, while funds were misused for personal luxury and company branding. The confiscation order is part of the CPS’s broader effort—having recovered £478 million in criminal proceeds over five years—to ensure...
by Jyotsna Bucktowar | Jun 3, 2025
Alfalasi was the ringleader in this sophisticated money laundering operation, which also involved several co-defendants. He was sentenced to nine years and seven months’ imprisonment at Isleworth Crown Court on 28 July 2022 after he pleaded guilty to removing criminal...
by Jyotsna Bucktowar | May 22, 2025
The report underscores strategic partnerships, modernised disclosure reforms, and increased use of digital tools, all aimed at improving case outcomes, enhancing victim support, and reinforcing public confidence. A new Serious Economic and Organised Crime strategy is...
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