Sturgeon says she was ‘deceived, misled and betrayed’ by ex-husband Murrell
Summary
Nicola Sturgeon said she was deceived by her estranged husband, Peter Murrell, who admitted stealing over £400,000 from the Scottish National Party (SNP). She denied knowing about the thefts and was cleared after a police investigation.Key Facts
- Peter Murrell pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,310.65 from the SNP between 2010 and 2022.
- Murrell used the stolen money to buy luxury items like a motorhome, cars, watches, and a telescope.
- Nicola Sturgeon said she was unaware of the theft and only learned details from news reports.
- Police Scotland conducted a two-year investigation and searched Sturgeon’s home.
- Sturgeon cooperated with police and was questioned but was not charged.
- She described this time as very difficult and said she is processing the painful truth about her husband.
- Sturgeon spoke publicly for the first time since Murrell’s guilty plea.
- She emphasized her resilience and said she wants people to hear her side of the story.
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