Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Man Charged with Blackmail in UK 'Honeytrap' Case
UK police have charged 28-year-old Oliver Steadman with blackmail.
He is accused of sending inappropriate messages, including images, to five people involved in British politics between October 2023 and April 2024.
The case involves 'honeytrap' messages, raising concerns about potential cyberattacks and security risks for officials.
A former MP admitted to sharing personal details after being targeted.
Steadman will appear in court on November 3.
Oliver Steadman, 28, charged with blackmail.
Charges relate to messages sent to five people in British politics.
Messages sent between October 2023 and April 2024.
Case involves 'honeytrap' messages.
Steadman will appear in court on November 3.
- Who
- Oliver Steadman
- What
- Charged with blackmail and improper use of a public electronic communications network
- When
- Between October 2023 and April 2024
- Where
- Westminster, London
- Why
- Allegedly sent inappropriate messages to people in British politics
- Accused
- Oliver Steadman
- Age
- 28 years old
- Charges
- Blackmail and improper use of a communications network
- Court Appearance
- Westminster Magistrates' Court on November 3
- Victims
- Five people in British politics
- Incident Period
- October 2023 to April 2024
