London. A former British police officer has been accused of carrying out a refund fraud involving luxury brands and electronics companies by allegedly ordering high-value products online and then falsely claiming that the deliveries never arrived. The case has drawn attention in Britain after prosecutors alleged misuse of police systems and possible destruction of evidence during the investigation.
Luxury Purchases at Centre of Fraud Allegations
The accused, 28-year-old Sunna Harrison-Aziz, is alleged to have targeted brands including Christian Dior, Cartier, Moncler and Apple through fraudulent refund claims. Prosecutors allege that after receiving expensive items, she informed the companies that the products had not been delivered, securing refunds while allegedly retaining the merchandise.
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Court documents referred to several items allegedly involved in the case, including a Dior bikini worth around £700, a Cartier wedding ring valued at nearly £2,000, a Moncler jacket costing about £840 and an Apple MacBook bought from Currys for approximately £2,599. Investigators suspect the accused exploited gaps in online delivery and refund verification systems.
Police Systems Misuse Under Scrutiny
According to prosecutors, the alleged offences took place between January and September 2022, when Harrison-Aziz was still serving in law enforcement. She is accused of improperly accessing police databases and official systems during that period.
Investigators claim that police privileges may have been used to obtain sensitive information or interfere with aspects of the inquiry. Another individual, identified as Edgar Morais, has also been accused of encouraging misuse of police powers and assisting in the alleged activities.
A third accused person, Eugene Nunoo, was unable to attend the court hearing because of train service disruptions, according to court proceedings.
Court Rejects Request to Withhold Identity
During the hearing, Harrison-Aziz’s legal team asked that the media be prevented from identifying her publicly. The defence argued that she was suffering from severe anxiety and mental stress because of public attention surrounding the case.
District Judge Daniel Sternberg rejected the request and ordered that proceedings remain open to the public and media. Harrison-Aziz has denied all charges against her and has been allowed to remain on unconditional bail until the next stage of proceedings.
The investigation is being conducted by the Metropolitan Police’s Anti-Corruption and Abuse Command under the supervision of the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Authorities are examining digital records, purchase histories, delivery tracking information and electronic communications linked to the alleged fraud.
The matter is scheduled to be heard again at Southwark Crown Court on June 2. The case has raised concerns over online refund systems, e-commerce fraud and accountability within law enforcement agencies.
