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<p>The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) is responsible for the investigation of all
allegations of war crimes, crimes against humanity, genocide and torture. The MPS
War Crimes Unit is a dedicated specialist unit which investigates and prosecutes people
living in the UK suspected of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity in
line with universal jurisdiction.</p><p>The Counter Terrorism Division (CTD) of the
Crown Prosecution Service, Crime and Counter Terrorism Division, has responsibility
for prosecuting any such crimes.</p><p>Specialist Prosecutors from the Counter Terrorism
Division of the CPS bring their expertise to cases of this nature; they work closely
with the police throughout any investigation and prosecution of such crimes, including
providing early investigative advice.</p><p>The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS)
War Crimes Unit received a referral from Rwandan authorities in January 2018 relating
to five individuals in the UK and allegations of genocide offences in Rwanda dating
from around 1994. Documentation relevant to this was assessed by the War Crimes Unit
and officers also deployed to Rwanda as part of initial work to scope the allegations.
As a result, the MPS have subsequently commenced an investigation, initially this
will involve a review of all the documentation transferred from Rwanda. It is understood
that the MPS’ enquiries are ongoing.</p>
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