Key insights included:
➡️ There were 1,500 referrals to the SFO’s intelligence division throughout the period;
➡️ 14 individuals were arrested;
➡️ 10 suspects were charged across 4 cases; and
➡️ 4 years, 3 months was the average length of an investigation phase.
✅ Firms should review fraud investigation and external reporting processes to ensure they align with the SFO's strengthened enforcement expectations.