Police investigating the Grenfell Tower fire have submitted evidence to prosecutors, seeking potential charges of manslaughter and fraud against multiple companies and individuals. The Metropolitan Police describe this as a significant step forward in their inquiry, marking a key moment in gathering the strongest possible case for legal action. The move involves 20 businesses and organizations alongside 54 people, as authorities aim to hold accountable those potentially responsible for the disaster. This development could shape the future of the investigation and its legal consequences.
Met calls move ‘milestone’ moment that paves way for ‘very best possible evidence for charging decisions’Police investigating the Grenfell Tower fire have asked prosecutors to consider charges including manslaughter and fraud against a range of companies and individuals.The Metropolitan police announced they had given prosecutors evidence relating to 20 companies and organisations and 54 individuals ahead of charging decisions, in what the force described as a “milestone moment”. Continue reading...
