Arrest of Prince Andrew: Understanding the Offence of Misconduct in Public Office
Arrest of Prince Andrew: Understanding the Offence of Misconduct in Public Office On 19 February 2026, Prince Andrew, formally known as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, was reportedly arrested by Thames Valley Police at his residence on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk on suspicion of misconduct in public office. If charged, this would represent one of the most […]
Tank Jowett Solicitors Represent Defendant in Major Drug Importation Case Involving 234 Kilograms of Suspected Cocaine
Tank Jowett Solicitors are currently representing a client facing serious allegations following the interception of a heavy goods vehicle at the Port of Dover. The case arises from the discovery by UK Border Force officers of approximately 234 kilograms of suspected cocaine concealed within a Lithuanian-registered HGV entering the United Kingdom. The prosecution alleges that […]
Favourable Result in International Human Trafficking case
At Tank Jowett Solicitors, our specialist criminal defence team recently secured a favourable outcome for a client facing extremely serious allegations of assisting unlawful immigration into the United Kingdom. Cases of this nature are prosecuted robustly by the authorities and carry the real risk of substantial custodial sentences, confiscation proceedings, and long-term reputational damage. This […]
Tank Jowett Instructed in International Conspiracy to Import Class A Drugs Through UK Airports
Tank Jowett is instructed in connection with one of the most serious organised crime investigations in recent years, involving the large-scale importation of Class A drugs through major UK airports. The case centres on an alleged international conspiracy valued in the millions of pounds, featuring multiple coordinated importations, insider involvement at airport level, and highly […]
Judge-Only Trials Unlikely to Solve Crown Court Backlog, New Report Warns
Proposals to introduce judge-only trials in England and Wales are unlikely to provide a meaningful solution to the Crown Court backlog, according to a new report from the Institute for Government (IFG) https://bit.ly/4pQIQDT The report concludes that removing juries from certain criminal cases would save less than 2% of total Crown Court sitting time, delivering […]
Tank Jowett Instructed in Multi-Handed Fraud by Abuse of Position Conspiracy
Tank Jowett have been instructed in a substantial and complex multi-handed prosecution involving an alleged conspiracy to commit fraud by abuse of position. The case concerns allegations of a coordinated scheme to defraud Tesco involving the unlawful acquisition of hundreds of mobile phones, with an estimated loss to the company of nearly £500,000. It is […]
Tank Jowett Act in £37 Million Cross-Border Drugs and Money Laundering Conspiracy
Tank Jowett have been instructed in a substantial and highly complex multi-handed prosecution involving an alleged £37 million international drugs supply and money laundering conspiracy. The case concerns over 10 defendants and is said to involve an organised crime group operating across multiple jurisdictions. It is alleged that the principal figures in the conspiracy are […]
Tank Jowett Acts in Multi-Handed Shooting Case
Tank Jowett is acting in a complex attempted murder and firearms case, arising from a coordinated attack involving multiple individuals armed with shotguns and axes. We are representing our client, who is alleged to have been involved in connection with the handling and concealment of firearms and other items linked to the incident. Our client’s […]
Tank Jowett is representing a client in a complex death by dangerous driving case
At Tank Jowett, our specialist criminal defence team is currently representing a client charged with Death by Dangerous Driving, one of the most serious and life-changing allegations under UK road traffic law. Our client, a professional driver acting in the course of his employment, is accused of driving at excessive speeds before allegedly colliding with […]
Tank Jowett Represent Defendants in Major Conspiracy to Commit Armed Robbery Case
Tank Jowett Solicitors are currently representing three individuals in a complex multi-defendant trial at Nottingham Crown Court. The case concerns allegations of Conspiracy to Commit Armed Robbery, said to arise from what the prosecution describe as a pre-planned knife attack and robbery carried out under the guise of a legitimate sales transaction. The prosecution contend […]
Tank Jowett Represents Client in the World’s Largest Cryptocurrency Case Valued at Over £5 Billion involving Senghok Ling
Tank Jowett is representing a client in a landmark cryptocurrency case valued at over £5 billion — the largest of its kind to date. The firm acts for Mr Ling in ongoing criminal proceedings before Southwark Crown Court. This is a multi-jurisdictional matter involving authorities in both China and the United Kingdom, each asserting competing […]
Tank Jowett Solicitors ranked as a Leading Firm in Crime, fraud and licensing in Legal 500 UK 2026
Tank Jowett Solicitors is proud to be recognised once again in the Legal 500 UK 2026 guide for its outstanding work in Crime: General, under the Crime, Fraud and Licensing category. Based in the heart of London’s legal district, Tank Jowett Solicitors has built a strong reputation as a niche, high-profile criminal defence firm with […]
Tank Jowett Instructed in Multi-Million Pound Revenue Fraud Case
Tank Jowett has been instructed to act in a high-profile, multi-million-pound revenue fraud case brought jointly by the Serious Economic Organised Crime & International Directorate and HMRC. This complex and large-scale prosecution centres on allegations of fraudulent evasion of duty involving the smuggling of cigarettes, hand-rolling tobacco (HRT), and shisha into the United Kingdom. The […]
Failure to Prevent Fraud – New Corporate Offence from 1 September 2025
As of 1 September 2025, a major shift in UK corporate crime law has come into force. Under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, the new offence of “failure to prevent fraud” makes large organisations and their subsidiaries criminally liable for fraudulent acts committed by employees, agents, or third parties acting on their […]
Tank Jowett Instructed on Counter-Terrorism Case
Tank Jowett has been instructed to represent an individual in a counter-terrorism investigation under the Terrorism Act 2000. The case involves allegations of distributing or circulating a terrorist publication, with the prosecution arguing that the conduct was intended to directly encourage acts of terrorism or offences under international conventions. The trial began at Woolwich Crown […]
Causing Death or Serious Injury by Dangerous or Careless Driving – And How Insurance Can Cover Your Defence
Being accused of causing death or serious injury by dangerous or careless driving is one of the most distressing experiences a person can face. The potential consequences are severe — often involving a custodial sentence, a lengthy driving ban, and life-changing implications for your personal and professional life. At Tank Jowett Solicitors, we understand the gravity […]
Suspended Sentence for Class A Drugs Supply Case
Tank Jowett Solicitors successfully represented a client facing serious drug supply charges at Bournemouth Crown Court. The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) alleged that our client was involved in a wider organised crime group and had control of a “drug line” responsible for the distribution of Class A substances across the South West of England. The […]
Government Plans Major Overhaul of Criminal Courts: What It Means for Fraud and Serious Crime Cases
The UK government is preparing the most significant reform of the criminal justice system in decades—one that could see the removal of jury trials in certain fraud and serious criminal cases. According to recent reports, proposals due this autumn may allow complex fraud cases to be heard by specialist judges or magistrates, bypassing juries altogether. Read […]
Tank Jowett Secures Bail in High-Profile Human Trafficking Case
Our Mr Adnan Hussain is currently representing a client accused of human trafficking individuals into the United Kingdom. Following robust and effective representations, our client has been granted bail while a complex and ongoing investigation by the National Crime Agency continues. The case involves scrutiny of cross-border activity and demands in-depth analysis of international evidence […]
Tank Jowett Solicitors Proud to Be Featured in The Legal 500
We are delighted to announce that Tank Jowett Solicitors is now listed in The Legal 500, one of the UK’s most prestigious and trusted legal directories. This recognition reflects the outstanding work our team consistently delivers in the field of criminal defence. Being profiled in The Legal 500 acknowledges our proven track record in handling […]
Tank Jowett Solicitors Ranked in the Top 1% of Criminal Defence Firms in the UK
Tank Jowett Solicitors are proud to announce that we have been ranked among the top 1% of criminal defence solicitors in the country for 2024, according to independent legal review platform Review Solicitors. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding legal representation, tireless client care, and successful outcomes in some of the most […]
Key Changes in the Government’s New Crime and Policing Bill
Last week the Government published the Crime and Policing Bill. The bill proposes a range of new offences and an expansion of powers to seek to address knife crime, violence against women and girls, cybercrime, child sexual abuse, terrorism and generally rebuild public confidence in the policing and criminal justice system. The bill is over […]
Bounce Back Loan Investigations – Are You at Risk?
The government’s Bounce Back Loan Scheme (BBLS) was introduced as a financial lifeline for small and medium-sized businesses struggling during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, years later, many individuals are now facing serious criminal investigations into how these loans were obtained and used. How Did This Happen? At the height of the pandemic in March 2020, […]
Tank Jowett Secured Not Guilty Verdicts in High-Profile Gangland Murder Trial
Tank Jowett Solicitors secured Not Guilty verdicts on all charges following a three-month gangland murder trial involving nine defendants. The prosecution alleged a meticulously planned drive-by shooting in Dudley, followed by the use of a safe house and identity manipulation. The defendant was accused of playing a central role in both the shooting and the […]
Tank Jowett Secured Unanimous Acquittal in Conspiracy to Supply Class A Drugs Case
Tank Jowett Solicitors secured a unanimous acquittal on counts of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs following an eight-week trial at Isleworth Crown Court. The defence team successfully challenged the prosecution’s case, arguing against stereotypes and unconscious biases by demonstrating that mere association with known drug dealers in the local area did not equate to […]
Tank Jowett Secured Success in a Multi-Million Pound Money Laundering Trial
Tank Jowett successfully argued a submission of no case to answer in the multi-million-pound money laundering trial, Operation Tobaccophil, which was linked to the 70-kilo importation of cocaine and heroin. While the co-defendants were all convicted, the trial judge was persuaded by legal arguments based on the G&F line of authorities relating to inferences, resulting […]
Tank Jowett Secured Acquittal in Complex Banking Fraud Case
We are pleased to report that our client was unanimously acquitted of conspiracy to defraud following a trial at St Albans Crown Court. The case involved a sophisticated banking fraud, in which victims were defrauded of hundreds of thousands of pounds, with fraudulent business accounts used to siphon stolen funds. While several individuals were convicted […]
Tank Jowett Secured Acquittal for Attempted Murder
Following a trial at Luton Crown Court, Tank Jowett Solicitors has successfully secured a unanimous acquittal for a client charged with attempted murder. The Prosecution alleged that the client was part of a group knife attack on a car, during which one of the passengers sustained serious injuries. The incident was captured on CCTV, which […]