‘Fictitious’ takeover of Touchstone Exploration sees UK fraud guilty plea
( September 10, 2026, 14:17 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: A man who admitted creating a fictitious takeover approach for energy company Touchstone Exploration, by using multiple false identities and forged documents, has pleaded guilty to fraud and forgery offenses. Christopher Woolcott held shares in the company and stood to benefit financially from any rise in the share price, the UK's Financial Conduct Authority said. Woolcott will be sentenced at a later date.Statement follows....
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