William Wragg's Guilt in Westminster Catfishing Scandal

Former MP William Wragg expressed 'enormous guilt' after falling victim to a catfishing scheme targeting political figures in Westminster, which involved fake profiles named 'Charlie' and 'Abi' on dating apps. The scam coerced Wragg into sharing explicit photos and personal information of his colleagues under threat of exposure. Police investigations began in April, revealing that at least 12 individuals linked to Westminster received similar unsolicited messages. Wragg, who initially contacted the catfish account on Grindr, experienced fear, shame, panic attacks, and severe mental health struggles. He regretted vouching for the scammer's identity to other potential victims. The scandal underscores the psychological pressures faced by politicians and the limited mental health support available within Parliament.