"Met Probe and Campaigner Demand Swift Justice in Post Office Horizon Scandal"
The Metropolitan Police is investigating potential fraud offences related to the Post Office scandal, where over 700 sub-postmasters were wrongfully accused of theft and false accounting due to a faulty Horizon IT system. The investigation, which also includes potential perjury and perverting the course of justice, was prompted by a referral from the Director of Public Prosecutions in January 2020. The ITV drama about the scandal has led to 50 new potential victims coming forward. To date, 93 convictions have been overturned, but many affected individuals are still awaiting justice and compensation.