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CPS announces authorisation of 64 charges in Legacy Funeral Directors fraud investigation

Published on: 03 April 2025
Published by LNB News

LNB News 03/04/2025

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Issue Date: 03 April 2025

Published Date: 03 April 2025

Jurisdiction(s): England and Wales

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The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has authorised charges against Robert Bush, following an investigation into Legacy Independent Funeral Directors in Hull. Bush faces 64 charges including 30 counts of preventing lawful burial, 31 counts of fraud by false representation, two counts of theft from charities, and one count of fraudulent trading. The charges relate to alleged offences between 2012-2024, affecting 172 funeral plan victims and 50 human ashes victims. Bush will appear at Hull magistrates' court on 25 June 2025.

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