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Man admits dressing as fake navy admiral at Remembrance event

Man admits dressing as fake navy admiral at Remembrance event

Summary

A man named Jonathan Carley admitted to dressing up as a high-ranking navy officer at a Remembrance Sunday event without permission. He was charged for wearing the uniform of a Royal Navy Rear Admiral and appeared in court.

Key Facts

  • Jonathan Carley, 65, dressed as a navy admiral at a Remembrance Sunday event.
  • He wore a Royal Navy uniform and medals, including a Distinguished Service Order.
  • This incident happened during a wreath-laying service in Llandudno, North Wales.
  • Concerns were raised by current and former service members about his attire.
  • Carley was charged under the Uniforms Act of 1894 for wearing the uniform without permission.
  • He appeared at Llandudno Magistrates' Court to face the charge.
  • The rank he impersonated, Rear Admiral, is a high position in the Royal Navy.

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