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Ex-MP Crispin Blunt charged with drugs offences

Ex-MP Crispin Blunt charged with drugs offences

Summary

Former MP Crispin Blunt has been charged with four drug offenses after police searched his home in Horley, Surrey. The charges include possession of one class A drug and three class B drugs.

Key Facts

  • Crispin Blunt, a former Member of Parliament, faces charges for drug possession.
  • He was charged with possessing one class A drug and three class B drugs.
  • The police searched his home in Horley, Surrey, leading to the charges.
  • The drugs involved include methylamphetamine (class A) and GBL, cannabis, and amphetamine (class B).
  • Blunt served as a justice minister from 2010-2012 and represented Reigate, Surrey, from 1997 to 2024.
  • He was part of the Conservative Party until October 2023, after which he sat as an independent.
  • He is scheduled to appear in court on 25 March.
  • The Crown Prosecution Service emphasized the importance of a fair trial and avoiding prejudicial commentary.

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