BREAKING: Man charged with alleged fraud at Bolton council

A man has been charged with fraud in connection with alleged offences committed at Bolton council.

Greater Manchester Police says Richard Shaw, of Harrier Close, Bolton, has been charged with fraud by abuse of position.

The 45-year-old has been charged in connection with offences that are alleged to have been committed between February 2015 and April 2023.

GMP says the charge follows a 'comprehensive investigation' by the Economic Crime Unit into fraud offences and malpractice at the local authority.

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Shaw is due to appear in court at a later date, GMP confirmed in a statement issued this morning (July 8).

Detective Sergeant Daniel Sanchez, from GMP, said: "We have worked carefully through all information and evidence, from which we have now secured a charge.

"Our team have remained in close contact with the local authority, who have assisted us throughout this process.

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"As this case moves to a next level of proceedings, we continue to work with all appropriate partners and the Crown Prosecution Service."

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