Man charged after ‘fake admiral’ seen at Remembrance Sunday event | UK news

A man has been charged after allegedly posing as an admiral during a Remembrance Sunday event.

North Wales police said a man was arrested after he was seen wearing the “uniform and medals of a high-ranking naval officer” during a wreath-laying ceremony in Llandudno, Conwy, on Sunday (November 9).

Jonathan Carley, 64, of Harlech, Gwynedd, was charged with wearing uniform or dress bearing the insignia of Her Majesty’s Forces without permission.

He will appear at Caernarfon magistrates’ court on Thursday, December 11.

Chief Inspector Trystan Bevan said: “We understand that this incident has caused significant public concern, particularly given that it occurred on Remembrance Sunday.

“In response to reports to North Wales police, officers responded quickly to make arrests and pursue charges.

“We urge the public to refrain from online speculation and refrain from sharing any content that could jeopardize future court proceedings.”