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CPS Charges Former MP Crispin Blunt With Four Drug Offences

Prosecutors say the case stems from an October 2023 search of his Horley home.

Overview

  • The 65-year-old faces one count of possessing a Class A drug and three counts of possessing Class B drugs.
  • The Class A substance is alleged to be methylamphetamine, while the Class B substances are alleged to be GBL, cannabis and amphetamine.
  • A first court appearance is scheduled at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on March 25.
  • The CPS says there is sufficient evidence to prosecute and that it worked closely with Surrey Police during the investigation.
  • Officials reminded the public that proceedings are active and warned against reporting that could prejudice a fair trial.