Overview
- The CPS named Besmir Matera, Lee-Ann Evanson, John Bernthal, Ben Edwardes, Jack Mitchell and David Grundy as the defendants.
- Five defendants face conspiracy to steal and misconduct in public office charges, while all six are charged with money laundering offences.
- Matera also faces counts of obtaining leave to enter or remain in the UK by deception and possessing identity documents with improper intention.
- All six are scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 29 January 2026.
- The CPS said it worked with the Home Office’s Anti-Corruption Criminal Investigations Unit and reminded the public to avoid prejudicial reporting to protect a fair trial.