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Labour Party Member Arrested in Westminster 'Honeytrap' Scandal

Jun 26, 2024, 08:56 AM

A man in his mid-20s has been arrested in Islington in connection with the Westminster 'honeytrap' scandal. The arrest was made on suspicion of harassment and offences under the Online Safety Act. The Metropolitan Police executed a warrant on Wednesday morning, taking the individual into custody. The scandal involves explicit messages and images being sent to MPs, their staff, and journalists via WhatsApp. The Labour Party has confirmed that the arrested individual is a party member and has administratively suspended him from the party.