A bombshell investigation has uncovered that more than 4,000 crimes - including serious violent offences - were never solved during Sir Keir Starmer's time as Britain's top prosecutor, raising serious questions about his tough-on-crime credentials.
The Shocking Numbers Behind Failed Prosecutions
Exclusive analysis of Home Office data reveals that during Starmer's tenure as Director of Public Prosecutions (2008-2013), police forces across England and Wales failed to identify suspects in thousands of cases referred to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
The most alarming statistics include:
- 4,187 cases where no suspect was ever identified
- 1,200 violent crimes left unsolved
- Nearly 500 sexual offences without justice
- Over 2,000 theft cases gone cold
Political Fallout for Labour Leader
These revelations come at an awkward time for Starmer, who has positioned himself as the law-and-order alternative to Conservative policies. The Labour leader frequently references his legal background when discussing crime policy.
"These numbers tell a very different story," said a senior Tory MP. "For all his tough talk now, the record shows serious failures during his actual time in charge of prosecutions."
Police Forces Under Scrutiny
While the CPS doesn't directly investigate crimes, legal experts note that as DPP, Starmer had responsibility for working with police to improve conviction rates. The data suggests this partnership failed thousands of victims.
Metropolitan Police recorded the highest number of unsolved cases referred to CPS during this period, followed by West Midlands and Greater Manchester forces.
With crime remaining a key election issue, these findings are likely to fuel heated political debates about police resources and prosecution effectiveness in the coming months.
