Ex-Metro Cop and Nightclub Bosses Face Bribery Charges
The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has given the green light for charges against Frank Partridge, 48, a former Metropolitan Police Sergeant in Westminster’s licensing unit. He’s accused alongside seven business owners and nightclub operators over a bribery conspiracy that allegedly ran from February 2013 to June 2015.
Charges Officially Laid Ahead of December Court Date
The CPS Special Crime Division, after a thorough evidence review, authorised the charges. The accused are set for their first court appearance on 21 December 2021 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
The CPS stressed the importance of a fair trial. They warned against any online speculation or coverage that might prejudice the case, reminding everyone that deciding guilt is the court’s job, not theirs.
The Line-Up of Accused and Their Charges
- Frank Partridge: Conspiracy to commit bribery (Criminal Law Act 1977)
- Hassan Serdoud: Conspiracy to commit bribery and Bribery (Bribery Act 2010)
- Anna Ginandes: Conspiracy to commit bribery
- Terry Neil: Conspiracy to commit bribery
- Soraya Henderson: Conspiracy to commit bribery
- Ryan Bishti: Conspiracy to commit bribery
- Pamela Bishti: Conspiracy to commit bribery
- Eamonn Mulholland: Conspiracy to commit bribery
All charges relate to activities between 1 February 2013 and 25 June 2015.
CPS Statement on Charges
“The CPS assessment does not find or imply guilt,” a spokesperson said. “It is an objective decision to move forward to court based on evidence that might be proven, in line with the Code for Crown Prosecutors.”
