Police have arrested a man in connection with the theft of Morgan McSweeney's mobile phone, a device that sparked national concern over potential loss of sensitive communications.
Arrest Details
The Metropolitan Police confirmed that a 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods. The arrest took place on Wednesday, 29 April at an address in Peckham. He was taken into custody and later released on bail.
According to a police spokesperson: “Officers investigating the theft of a mobile phone in Belgrave Road, Pimlico on 20 October 2025 have arrested a 28-year-old man on suspicion of handling stolen goods.”
Phone Not Recovered
The suspect is believed to have received the phone after it was stolen and subsequently sold it on. He is not suspected of involvement in the original theft. The phone remains unrecovered.
The theft of Mr McSweeney's government device became a major news story, particularly due to concerns that key exchanges regarding Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as British ambassador to the US could be compromised.
This is a developing story. Further updates are expected.
