August 15, 2025
Chris Paxton KC and Steven Ball have been instructed to prosecute Robert Bush, an undertaker from Hull, facing 65 charges including:
- Preventing lawful and decent burial of bodies
- False representation regarding ashes
- Fraudulent trading relating to funeral policies
- Theft of charity monies
Christopher Paxton KC is an accomplished Silk, frequently instructed in complex and high-profile crime cases on both sides of the courtroom. In 2024, he was nominated for Crime and Extradition Silk of the Yearat the Legal 500 Bar Awards: [Christopher Paxton KC]
Steven Ball is a highly regarded criminal practitioner bringing extensive experience in a broad spectrum of cases, both as a led and leading junior: [Steven Ball]
They are instructed by Stephen Abigail of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), Serious Economic, Organised Crime and International Directorate, Regional and Wales Division.
News stories:
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[Sky News]
