A woman has today (Wednesday, 3 July) been arrested on suspicion of money laundering as part of a pre-planned operation in connection to the ongoing investigation into Legacy funeral directors.
The woman, 54, is currently in police custody being questioned by detectives.
A man, 46, who was on bail following his arrest in March this year on suspicion of prevention of a lawful burial, fraud by false representation and fraud by abuse of position in connection to the investigation, has also been arrested today on suspicion of theft, making or supplying articles for use in frauds and offences under the Financial Services Act as part of the pre-planned operation. He remains in police custody.
A woman, 23, who was previously arrested in March on suspicion of prevention of a lawful burial, fraud by false representation and fraud by abuse of position remains on police bail.
Humberside Police Assistant Chief Constable Thom McLoughlin said:
“This remains an extremely complex and sensitive investigation and we continue to follow all lines of enquiry and seek answers for the families involved and those affected by this report.
“Three people have now been arrested as part of the investigation, two are in our custody and one remains on police bail whilst investigations continue.
“As we enter the fourth month since the initial report came in to us, we continue to keep the families, friends and everyone affected at the heart of everything we do and are committed to working with partners to ensure that they receive the help and support that they need.
“If you do have any concerns or feel impacted by any element of the ongoing investigation, please don’t hesitate to call the Victim Support 24-hour independent helpline on 0808 281 1136.”
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