Arrest Made in Cheshire Police Fraud Case Linked to Murdered PC Campaign
CHESHIRE Police have made an arrest over allegations of fraud linked to the justice campaign for a murdered policewoman.
Yvonne Fletcher, a 25-year-old policewoman, was tragically shot dead in 1984 while on duty outside the Libyan embassy during a protest. Despite an investigation by the Met Police, no one has been convicted of her murder to date.
The latest development in this long-standing case occurred on December 4, when Cheshire Police arrested a 69-year-old man in London following allegations of fraud related to a campaign set up after Fletcher’s death.
Arrest and Investigation
Detective Constable Ed Currie, from the Cheshire Police Economic Crime Unit, expressed understanding for the concerns that this arrest may raise. The Met Police, working closely with Fletcher’s family, have been kept informed of the recent developments.
Cheshire Police emphasized that the ongoing inquiries are separate from Fletcher’s family and unrelated to the official Police Memorial Trust charity. They are urging anyone who may have donated to the campaign seeking justice for WPC Yvonne Fletcher to come forward.
Financial Irregularities and Arrest
In July 2024, the Met Police received reports of financial irregularities associated with the campaign to bring Fletcher’s murderers to justice. The case was subsequently transferred to Cheshire Police to avoid any potential conflicts of interest.
On December 4, Cheshire Police executed a search warrant at a residence in London’s Mill Hill area, leading to the arrest of a 69-year-old man on suspicion of fraud. The man is currently in custody, undergoing questioning by Cheshire Police detectives.
Appeal for Information
Individuals who suspect they may have contributed to the campaign for Yvonne Fletcher’s justice are encouraged to visit the public portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/07CH24D62-PO1. For urgent information, contacting Cheshire Police at 101 and quoting Op Dielectric is advised.
This latest development brings renewed attention to the unsolved murder of Yvonne Fletcher and the complexities surrounding the campaign for justice. As the investigation unfolds, the community awaits further updates on this significant case.
I remember hearing about Yvonne Fletcher’s tragic story when I was younger, and it’s heart-wrenching to see that justice has still not been fully served. It’s essential for those who believe they may have contributed to the cause to come forward and assist in shedding light on this case. Let’s hope that this arrest brings us one step closer to closure for Yvonne and her loved ones.