Man charged following investigation into a series of unsolicited messages

A man has been charged following an investigation into reports of unsolicited messages to victims including MPs.

On Wednesday, 17 September, Oliver Steadman, 28 (01.01.1997) of Pemberton Gardens, N19 was charged with one count of blackmail and five counts of improper use of a public electronic communications network.

The charges relate to an investigation that was carried out by the Met’s Parliamentary Liaison and Investigation Team.

Steadman was arrested on Wednesday, 26 June 2024 on suspicion of harassment and committing offences under the Online Safety Act, he remained on bail while a file was passed to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).

He has been bailed and will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 3 November.

Those affected continue to receive support and advice from police.