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Met Police Officer Charged with Stealing Cash from Deceased Actor

PC Craig Carter faces misconduct charges after allegedly taking £170 from the wallet of Claudio Gaetani, who died of a heart attack in London.

  • PC Craig Carter, 51, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court and has been suspended from duty.
  • The alleged theft occurred in September 2022 when Gaetani, an Italian filmmaker, died while cycling.
  • Bodycam footage reportedly shows Carter counting the stolen money.
  • Gaetani's friend reported the missing cash after collecting his belongings from the police.
  • Carter is due to appear at Wood Green Crown Court next month.
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