General · 13 February 2026

Parkinson's medicine caused lawyer to steal £600,000

A solicitor near Manchester was arrested for taking funds from thirteen vulnerable clients while suffering from medication side effects. Police found he spent the money on adult websites and collectibles after being treated for Parkinson's disease. One elderly victim passed away without enough savings left to pay for her burial. Officials are now urging regulators to review warnings associated with these treatments.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 February 2026 at 10:11

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