Rare Abuse-of-Trust Charge Filed Over Hospital Mortuary Conduct

Two men aged 55 and 59 were arrested 22 June 2026 on suspicion of Misconduct in a Public Office at Nottingham University Hospitals' mortuary service. The charge—carrying maximum life imprisonment—signals serious alleged breach of duty, not routine misconduct. Police have established Operation Perth, a named investigation with sustained resources. No charges have been filed; investigation continues.