Police Federation Chief Arrested on Fraud Charges

0:00On March 4th, the chief executive of the police federation of England and Wales, Britain's largest group for rank-and-file officers was arrested, today along with two national board members on suspicion of fraud by abuse of position. Mukun Krishna, a 46-year-old from Surrey, faces the charges from City of London Police, who also detained a 51-year-old from Wales and a 55-year-old from Bristol. This comes after a year-long financial probe by the Forces Domestic Corruption Unit, which involves search warrants across Wales, Somerset, London, and Surrey this morning to gather evidence. The federation, which represents 150,000 officers, confirmed the arrests and said it is fully cooperating with authorities while, keeping its focus on member support. A spokesperson from the Metropolitan Police Federation, the largest branch, noted they are watching closely but staying silent due to ongoing legal matters. Krishna joined as the group's first chief executive in 2023 and received 701,100 pounds

1:02annually for 2024 and 2025, including bonuses and pinching contributions, the highest pay among UK trade leaders. Officials credit him with helping settle major claims and saving tens of millions in potential liabilities. Police have opened a public portal under Operation Quat for tips, stressing this complex case remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit. Police remains active with all leads under pursuit.