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Operation Aloft Corruption Probe: Merseyside Police Submits Evidence File to CPS

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Merseyside Police has marked a significant milestone in the ongoing Operation Aloft corruption investigation by submitting an evidence file to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). The probe, launched in 2019, has led to numerous high-profile arrests linked to Liverpool City Council, including former Mayor Joe Anderson. The investigation has also resulted in the arrest of several other individuals, including a 47-year-old woman held on suspicion of misconduct in public office and breaches of the Data Protection Act. As the investigation continues, Merseyside Police has expressed confidence in the strength of the case, with a spokesperson confirming that the evidential file has been submitted to the CPS for consideration.

Key Takeaways:

  • Operation Aloft is an investigation into allegations of fraud, bribery, and corruption linked to building and development contracts in Liverpool.
  • The probe has resulted in the arrest of several high-profile individuals, including former Mayor Joe Anderson and city developer Elliot Lawless.
  • Both Joe and David Anderson, the former mayor's son, have denied any wrongdoing and have not been charged.
  • The investigation has seen numerous other arrests, including a 47-year-old woman held on suspicion of misconduct in public office and breaches of the Data Protection Act.
  • Merseyside Police has submitted an evidential file to the CPS, marking a significant step in the investigation.
  • The CPS will consider the file and make a decision about whether to charge suspects with an offence.
  • The investigation is ongoing, with several individuals still to be arrested or charged.

Statistics:

  • 13 individuals have been arrested as part of the Operation Aloft investigation.
  • The investigation has been ongoing since 2019.
  • Merseyside Police has submitted an evidential file to the CPS for consideration.
  • The investigation has resulted in the arrest of several high-profile individuals, including former Mayor Joe Anderson.
  • The 47-year-old woman arrested in November last year was held on suspicion of misconduct in public office, conspiracy to commit misconduct in public office, and breaches of the Data Protection Act.

Sources:

  • "Merseyside Police has submitted an evidence file from its Operation Aloft corruption probe to the Crown Prosecution Service in a significant step." (Liverpool Echo, date not specified)
  • "Operation Aloft is an investigation into allegations of fraud, bribery and corruption linked to building and development contracts in Liverpool." (Liverpool Echo, date not specified)
  • "The probe has resulted in a number of high profile arrests linked to Liverpool City Council - including former Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson." (Liverpool Echo, date not specified)

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